JIMMY BUFFETT, A BELOVED SINGER-SONGWRITER, HAS DIED AT THE AGE OF 76.

Jimmy Buffett, a beloved singer-songwriter, has died at the age of 76.

Jimmy Buffett, the iconic singer-songwriter known for his laid-back music, has passed away at the age of 76.

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His cause of death has not been immediately disclosed, but it was confirmed on his official website.

– The cause of Jimmy Buffett's death has not been revealed, but it was confirmed on his official website.

Jimmy Buffett's hit song "Margaritaville" reached No. 8 on the national charts and became a classic.

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"Margaritaville" was one of Jimmy Buffett's biggest hits, peaking at No. 8 on the national charts.– The cause of Jimmy Buffett's death has not been revealed, but it was confirmed on his official website.

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Jimmy Buffett's hit song "Margaritaville" reached No. 8 on the national charts and became a classic.

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– "Margaritaville" was one of Jimmy Buffett's biggest hits, peaking at No. 8 on the national charts.– The cause of Jimmy Buffett's death has not been revealed, but it was confirmed on his official website.

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His enthusiastic fanbase, known as "parrotheads," adored his tropical and good-time music. – Jimmy Buffett's fans, affectionately called "parrotheads," loved his tropical and fun-loving music.

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He built a successful business empire around his brand, with a net worth estimated at $500 million in 2016. – Jimmy Buffett's brand became a thriving empire, and he was estimated to be worth $500 million in 2016.

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"Margaritaville" evolved into a global lifestyle brand with billions in development and millions in annual sales. – "Margaritaville" transformed into a global lifestyle brand with over $4.8 billion in development and $1.5 billion in annual sales..

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In addition to music, Jimmy Buffett found success as an author and actor, with best-selling novels and film appearances.

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– Jimmy Buffett excelled as an author and actor, achieving best-seller status with his novels and appearing in films.

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Despite his diverse career, he remained a dedicated live performer and continued touring with his Coral Reefer Band.

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– Jimmy Buffett remained committed to live performances and toured extensively with his Coral Reefer Band.

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His music carried a message of embracing joy in the moment, resonating with fans around the world.

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– Jimmy Buffett's music conveyed a message of embracing joy in the present, striking a chord with fans worldwide.

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