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  • Jimmy Buffett, the famed musician and billionaire, has died at age 76. Here are 10 photos of the 'Margaritaville' crooner throughout his life.

Jimmy Buffett, the famed musician and billionaire, has died at age 76. Here are 10 photos of the 'Margaritaville' crooner throughout his life.

Maria Noyen,Lauren EdmondsSep 3, 2023, 01:12 IST

Jimmy Buffett performs at a festival in 1982.Bettman/Getty Images

  • Jimmy Buffett died Friday surrounded by his family, friends, and dogs, his website announced.
  • The "Margaritaville" singer, who co-owned the synonymous chain, reached billionaire status in 2023.

Jimmy Buffett, the singer behind "Margaritaville" and the eponymous restaurant chain, died Friday at age 76.

His official website confirmed his death in a statement: "Jimmy passed away peacefully on the night of September 1st surrounded by his family, friends, music, and dogs. He lived his life like a song till the very last breath and will be missed beyond measure by so many."

Buffett was a musician and businessman whose decades-long career spanned several industries. In addition to music, Buffett was a restaurateur, novelist, and worked on two musicals.

Here are 10 photos of his life.

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Jimmy Buffett was born James William Buffett on Christmas day 1946 in Pascagoula, Mississippi.

Jimmy Buffett photographed circa 1970.Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images

His first debut album "Down To Earth," was released in 1970. Buffett went on to put out seven more records before striking gold with "Margaritaville."

Jimmy Buffett poses for a photo in his sailboat circa 1975 in Key West, Florida.Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images
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In 1977, Buffett came up with the idea for "Margaritaville" while drinking margaritas at a Mexican restaurant in Austin, Texas.

Jimmy Buffett photographed in New York in August 1977.Michael Putland/Getty Images

"Margaritaville" catapulted Buffett to national success.

Jimmy Buffett performing on "Saturday Night Life" on May 13, 1978.NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Getty Images
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That same year, he married Jane Slagsvol after the pair met during Spring Break.

Jimmy Buffett and his wife Jane in 2001.George De Sota/Getty Images

Buffett and Slagsvol went on to have three children: Savannah, Sarah, and Cameron.

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In 1985, Buffett took the success of "Margaritaville" and used it to launch a business empire.

Jimmy Buffett performing in Mountain View, California on June 15, 1991.Tim Mosenfelder/ImageDirect

Buffett has written a number of books, including a children's book with his eldest daughter.

Jimmy Buffett and his daughter, Savannah, in June 2015.Albert L. Ortega/Getty Images
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He also participated in two musicals during his career.

Jimmy Buffett's "Escape To Margaritaville" at the Marquis Theatre on December 8, 2017.Walter McBride/Getty Images

Buffett was committed to philanthropy as well.

Jimmy Buffett performs at Sprint Center on April 30, 2011.Jason Squires/Getty Images
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