Eagles co-founder Randy Meisner has died at the age of 77. The musician died on July 26 in Los Angeles. The cause of death was complications of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This is stated in the group statement.
In recent years, the bass player has been through many illnesses. In 2016, his wife Lana Rey accidentally shot herself. At the same time, Meisner was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and serious alcohol problems.
In the early 1970s, Meisner, along with Don Henley, Glenn Fry, and Bernie Leadon, created The Eagles, one of the most popular bands in history. Former band member Don Felder called the musician “the nicest person in the music business.”
“Randy was an integral part of The Eagles and was instrumental in the group’s early success. His vocal range was astounding, as evidenced by his signature ballad “Take It to the Limit,” the band said in a statement.
