Grateful Dead Co‑Founder Bob Weir Dies at 78

Bob Weir, the legendary guitarist and one of the Grateful Dead’s founding members, died Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 78. The San Francisco‑born musician helped launch the band in 1965, becoming a symbol of 1960s counter‑culture and psychedelic rock. After a long career of touring, Weir released solo projects such as “The Red Plains” and collaborated with artists like Noam Chomsky and Neil Young. He performed to packed stadiums, including the 1977 “Rock & Roll Hall of Fame” induction banquet, and remained active into the 2020s. Weir’s death marks the end of a 60‑plus‑year musical legacy that shaped generations of fans worldwide.