Celebration and Tributes Pour in After Rock Legend Bob Weir's Passing
Bob Weir, the iconic guitarist of the Grateful Dead, has left behind a legacy that continues to inspire fans worldwide. The news of his passing on Saturday sent shockwaves through the music industry, prompting an outpouring of tributes from friends, colleagues, and fellow musicians.
Bruce Hornsby, who shared the stage with Weir during their reunion in 2025, paid heartfelt tribute to his friend, describing him as "one of my favorite musician friends." Hornsby's account captured the essence of Weir's infectious energy and playful nature, which endeared him to everyone he met.
Other notable figures, including TV personality Andy Cohen, singer-songwriter Don Felder, and Grateful Dead fans around the world, took to social media to share their memories and appreciation for Weir. Cohen, who had a close friendship with Weir, praised his friend's charisma and spirit, saying "he was impossibly beautiful and wildly fiery."
Weir's collaborations extended beyond music, with some of the most notable figures in popular culture paying tribute to him. Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Margo Price called Weir "a sage" who taught her about songs, art, melody, meditation, and being present in the moment.
As news of his passing spread, fans from around the world came together to celebrate Weir's life and legacy. Don Was, who played with Weir in The Wolf Bros for seven years, called their collaboration "one of the most meaningful and rewarding experiences" of his career.
The outpouring of tributes continued with Les Claypool, the bassist of Primus, calling Weir "one of the nicest humans I've ever met in the music world." Musician and actor Michael Franti shared a poignant memory of their close friendship, saying that Weir was always eager to try new things.
As Governor Gavin Newsom wrote on social media, Bob Weir was "a true son of California" who helped create the soundtrack of a generation. Nancy Wilson called him an angel whose good vibrations will never end.
Billy Corgan and Slash also paid tribute to Weir's memory, with Corgan writing "God Bless Bob Weir." The broken-hearted emoji accompanying Slash's post speaks volumes about his heartfelt appreciation for Weir.
Weir's legacy extends beyond the music world. Las Vegas' Sphere, which hosted Dead & Company residencies in recent years, paid a poignant tribute to Weir by lighting up their exterior following news of his passing.
The musician's family confirmed that he passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones after courageously battling cancer. As we say goodbye to this rock legend, the music lives on – and will never stop.
Bob Weir, the iconic guitarist of the Grateful Dead, has left behind a legacy that continues to inspire fans worldwide. The news of his passing on Saturday sent shockwaves through the music industry, prompting an outpouring of tributes from friends, colleagues, and fellow musicians.
Bruce Hornsby, who shared the stage with Weir during their reunion in 2025, paid heartfelt tribute to his friend, describing him as "one of my favorite musician friends." Hornsby's account captured the essence of Weir's infectious energy and playful nature, which endeared him to everyone he met.
Other notable figures, including TV personality Andy Cohen, singer-songwriter Don Felder, and Grateful Dead fans around the world, took to social media to share their memories and appreciation for Weir. Cohen, who had a close friendship with Weir, praised his friend's charisma and spirit, saying "he was impossibly beautiful and wildly fiery."
Weir's collaborations extended beyond music, with some of the most notable figures in popular culture paying tribute to him. Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Margo Price called Weir "a sage" who taught her about songs, art, melody, meditation, and being present in the moment.
As news of his passing spread, fans from around the world came together to celebrate Weir's life and legacy. Don Was, who played with Weir in The Wolf Bros for seven years, called their collaboration "one of the most meaningful and rewarding experiences" of his career.
The outpouring of tributes continued with Les Claypool, the bassist of Primus, calling Weir "one of the nicest humans I've ever met in the music world." Musician and actor Michael Franti shared a poignant memory of their close friendship, saying that Weir was always eager to try new things.
As Governor Gavin Newsom wrote on social media, Bob Weir was "a true son of California" who helped create the soundtrack of a generation. Nancy Wilson called him an angel whose good vibrations will never end.
Billy Corgan and Slash also paid tribute to Weir's memory, with Corgan writing "God Bless Bob Weir." The broken-hearted emoji accompanying Slash's post speaks volumes about his heartfelt appreciation for Weir.
Weir's legacy extends beyond the music world. Las Vegas' Sphere, which hosted Dead & Company residencies in recent years, paid a poignant tribute to Weir by lighting up their exterior following news of his passing.
The musician's family confirmed that he passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones after courageously battling cancer. As we say goodbye to this rock legend, the music lives on – and will never stop.
this is gonna be a weird few weeks without bob weir in our lives... all these tributes are nice but honestly it feels like they're trying too hard to cover up the fact that he's really gone and we'll never see him shred live again 
also i'm low-key annoyed that everyone's so quick to call him a "sage" and an "angel"... didn't we know who he was all along? 
... He was a true original, you know? The way he jammed with Grateful Dead, Dead & Company, and even solo projects was like nothing else out there 
. Bruce Hornsby's account of their reunion in 2025 still gives me chills 
. And can we talk about how Weir inspired a whole new generation with his infectious energy? 
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. On a more serious note, the outpouring of tributes from the music industry and beyond just shows how Weir touched so many lives with his music. But let's talk about this from a policy perspective - what does Weir's passing tell us about our society? Are we losing too many cultural icons who shape our identity? It raises questions about funding for arts programs, preserving music history, and ensuring that Weir's legacy lives on through education and community engagement 
bob weir was like a giant among musicians, you know? his energy was infectious, but what really gets me is how he lived life on his own terms 
. he wasn't afraid to take risks or try new things, and that's something we can all learn from.
I'm still trying to wrap my head around Bob Weir's legacy, it's just so inspiring! He was more than just a musician, he had this energy that connected people from all walks of life. His collaborations with other artists were truly magical 
and it's amazing how much of an impact he had on the music industry as a whole. I'm loving the outpouring of tributes from friends, colleagues, and fans around the world – it's clear that Bob Weir left behind something special 
I'm still trying to process the loss of Bob Weir 
He was more than just a musician to me, he was a spirit who brought so much joy and energy to everyone around him 
His legacy is going to live on through his music and the countless lives he touched 
And Les Claypool calling him "one of the nicest humans I've ever met" is just the sweetest thing 
I'm going to miss seeing Weir perform live, but I know his music will keep on making people happy 
i know some ppl think that celebrating his life now might be weird but honestly i think it's the most beautiful thing we can do to honor his legacy let's keep playing his music and sharing our love for him 
. his energy was infectious, he had this way of bringing people together through music that's hard to find in today's world 
. and the tributes are incredible - it's amazing how many people he touched with his legacy 
my friend is a huge fan and were all like what are we gonna listen to now? 
they all got so much love 4 him