Southern Rock Pioneer Gregg Allman Passes at 69

Gregg Allman, the singer, musician and songwriter who played an essential role in the invention of Southern rock, has died at the age of 69.

Allman’s rep confirmed to Rolling Stone magazine that the artist died Saturday afternoon.

Allman married Cher in June 1975, and the two lived in Hollywood during their years together as tabloid favorites. Their marriage produced one son, Elijah Blue Allman, who is now 41.