Sammy Hagar Reflects on His Unlikely Friendship with Bob Weir, the 'Wise Old Soul'
As news of Bob Weir's passing at 78 years old spread, friends and fellow musicians took to social media to share their tributes. Among those who remembered the Grateful Dead co-founder was Sammy Hagar, the flamboyant Van Halen singer.
In a heartwarming tribute on social media, Hagar wrote: "Bob and I were born just two days apart... A couple decades ago we made a deal we were going to live to be 100, then get together and decide if we were gonna take it any further." This unlikely bond between the two musicians would prove to be one of the most memorable in Hagar's career.
Their friendship spanned several years and included numerous stage collaborations. In March 2022, during the Nashville stop of his Crazy Times tour with The Circle, Hagar assembled an impromptu group featuring Weir, Ronnie Dunn, Jason Bonham on drums, and Michael Anthony on bass for a ramshackle rendition of Led Zeppelin's "Not Fade Away." This moment showcased the chemistry between Weir and Hagar, who would later jam together again during Hagar's Best of Both Worlds Las Vegas residency in May 2025.
Their stage chemistry was undeniable. Wearing his signature capris, blazer, and Birkenstocks, Weir took center stage to deliver an inspired solo on "Bad Motor Scooter," the rock anthem that Hagar sang on Montrose's debut in 1973. This rare glimpse into their musical rapport left a lasting impression.
Hagar, in particular, seems to cherish their friendship, recalling: "He had a pocket full of sayings that he used to simplify a conversation." While reflecting on his time with Weir, Hagar shared his love for the Grateful Dead co-founder, stating, "Did Bob and I have some good fun together? #MoreFunThanAFroginAGlassOfMilk."
The outpouring of tributes from fellow musicians has highlighted Weir's enduring legacy. Billy Strings, Margo Price, Don Was, Bruce Hornsby, and Trey Anastasio all shared their memories of Weir online, paying homage to his remarkable life and music.
As the music world mourns the loss of Bob Weir, his friendship with Sammy Hagar serves as a poignant reminder of the power of unexpected connections in shaping our lives and legacies.
As news of Bob Weir's passing at 78 years old spread, friends and fellow musicians took to social media to share their tributes. Among those who remembered the Grateful Dead co-founder was Sammy Hagar, the flamboyant Van Halen singer.
In a heartwarming tribute on social media, Hagar wrote: "Bob and I were born just two days apart... A couple decades ago we made a deal we were going to live to be 100, then get together and decide if we were gonna take it any further." This unlikely bond between the two musicians would prove to be one of the most memorable in Hagar's career.
Their friendship spanned several years and included numerous stage collaborations. In March 2022, during the Nashville stop of his Crazy Times tour with The Circle, Hagar assembled an impromptu group featuring Weir, Ronnie Dunn, Jason Bonham on drums, and Michael Anthony on bass for a ramshackle rendition of Led Zeppelin's "Not Fade Away." This moment showcased the chemistry between Weir and Hagar, who would later jam together again during Hagar's Best of Both Worlds Las Vegas residency in May 2025.
Their stage chemistry was undeniable. Wearing his signature capris, blazer, and Birkenstocks, Weir took center stage to deliver an inspired solo on "Bad Motor Scooter," the rock anthem that Hagar sang on Montrose's debut in 1973. This rare glimpse into their musical rapport left a lasting impression.
Hagar, in particular, seems to cherish their friendship, recalling: "He had a pocket full of sayings that he used to simplify a conversation." While reflecting on his time with Weir, Hagar shared his love for the Grateful Dead co-founder, stating, "Did Bob and I have some good fun together? #MoreFunThanAFroginAGlassOfMilk."
The outpouring of tributes from fellow musicians has highlighted Weir's enduring legacy. Billy Strings, Margo Price, Don Was, Bruce Hornsby, and Trey Anastasio all shared their memories of Weir online, paying homage to his remarkable life and music.
As the music world mourns the loss of Bob Weir, his friendship with Sammy Hagar serves as a poignant reminder of the power of unexpected connections in shaping our lives and legacies.
I'm so down for guys like Sammy Hagar who keep it real about their friendships and memories. It's awesome that Bob Weir and Hagar had such a strong bond, they must've had some epic jam sessions 
. And you know what's even cooler? They were born just two days apart! Talk about having an instant connection 
. I'm loving the way Hagar is paying tribute to their friendship, it's so sincere and heartfelt 
. Weir may be gone, but his legacy lives on through all these amazing stories and memories from musicians who knew him 
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He was an iconic figure in the music world and it's amazing how he connected with people like Sammy Hagar, who aren't exactly part of his usual crowd. Their friendship is a great example that you can find common ground with anyone, regardless of where they're from or what they do.
. His legacy will live on through his music and the memories he made with people like Sammy Hagar.
. He seemed to genuinely care about the people around him and wasn't afraid to show it.
. It's been an incredible ride watching him grow as an artist and a person over the years... and I'm sure we'll all miss him 
, it's clear they had some epic times together 
. Their stage chemistry was undeniable 
, and their impromptu jam sessions were always unforgettable 
, but at the same time, he lived an epic life and left so many amazing memories behind 
. His friendship with Sammy Hagar was like, totally unexpected, right? But it just goes to show that you never know what's gonna happen when two awesome people meet 
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. Like, Billy Strings' tribute was really cool, but Don Was's felt kinda... unnecessary 
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. That moment during the Led Zeppelin cover in Nashville? Mind blown! 
more than his music 
. Anyway, rest in peace, Bob 
. Your legacy is still going to inspire us for ages 
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. AND LET'S BE REAL, WHO COULD FORGET BOB WEIR'S SIGNATURE CAP AND BIRKENSTOCKS - THE MAN WAS A true original 
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... their unlikely friendship is the real MVP, you know? Like, who else can just come together with someone from a completely different band and create magic on stage?! 
Bob Weir was more than just a friend to Sammy Hagar - he was like family. Their unlikely bond, spanning decades and collaborations on stage, is a testament to the impact one person can have on another's life. What I love about their friendship is that it defied expectations and brought out the best in both of them. Weir's wise words and Hagar's infectious enthusiasm are a reminder that music has the power to bring people together in ways we never thought possible. Rest in peace, Bob...
he was more than just a legend to me he was like a wise old soul who brought people together with his music and his energy it's wild to think that sammy hagar was talkin to him just days before... they were like two peas in a pod, livin life on their own terms and shinin bright 
just can't believe we're losing another legend like Bob Weir... I mean, who would've thought that Sammy Hagar & Bob Weir's unlikely friendship would be one for the books? 
. and what's up with the Grateful Dead getting all this attention again? it's like they're trying to relive their glory days 
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. And honestly, who needs more friends than the ones you've got? I don't need some sappy tribute from Sammy Hagar to remind me of Bob Weir's awesomeness - my buddy David Lee Roth has been saying that guy was a total legend since forever 
. Don't get me wrong, I'm sad he's gone, but let's be real, Bob Weir's legacy is gonna live on through his sick guitar riffs and all the crazy jams he played with his friends 
! Their stage chemistry was on another level 
! Anywayz, we gotta keep celebrating Bob Weir's life & legacy 
i cant believe bob weir is gone its like just yesterday we were reading about him jamming with sammy hagars on stage 
we'll really miss him but his music will live on 
... it's amazing to think about the serendipitous connection he had with Sammy Hagar - two musicians, born just days apart, who found common ground in their love for music 
. that stage chemistry with sammy hagar though, legendary