Ramble on, Bob. John Mayer delivered a touching eulogy for his friend and mentor, Grateful Dead co-founder Bob Weir, during an emotional public memorial held for the late guitarist in San Francisco on Saturday afternoon. Weir, whom Mayer remembered as a “countercultural icon” and “maestro,” died from underlying lung issues on Jan. 10 after battling cancer. He … Read more
Thousands of people gathered Saturday at San Francisco’s Civic Center to celebrate the life of Bob Weir, the legendary guitarist and founding member of the Grateful Dead who died last week at age 78. Musicians Joan Baez and John Mayer spoke on a makeshift stage in front of the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium after four Buddhist … Read more
Grateful Dead founding member Bobby Weir is one of the last men standing in his legendary rock band. The thought of mortality has crossed Weir’s mind, as he’s seen many of his band members pass. Despite having lived a life full of music and memories, Weir’s sentiment wasn’t one of fear, but rather of acceptance. “Every … Read more
Sienna Weir, a 2022 Miss Universe finalist and fashion model, has died days after a tragic horse riding accident. She was 23. The statuesque blonde died Thursday, her representatives and family have confirmed, News.au first reported. Weir was riding at Windsor Polo Grounds in her native Australia on April 2 when her horse took a tumble. … Read more
Vivid Seats is the New York Post’s official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. The Dead are alive and well. Just this year, 75-year-old founding member Bob Weir has not one but two huge tours planned. First up, the Rock and Roll … Read more
“Happy Birthday, dear Johnboy!” Grateful Dead founding member Bob Weir put on a special shoutout to Dead & Company band member John Mayer for his 45th birthday. Weir, 75, who’s been on tour with his band Bob Weir & the Wolf Bros, was playing at The Warfield in San Francisco, California — 10 minutes away … Read more