Jimmy Buffett died on September 1, 2023, at the age of 76, from complications related to Merkel cell carcinoma, a rare and aggressive form of skin cancer
. He had been battling this illness for about four years while continuing to perform and tour during treatment
. Merkel cell carcinoma is much less common than other skin cancers and tends to be more aggressive in nature
. Buffett passed away at his home in Sag Harbor, New York, surrounded by family and friends
. His death was widely mourned, with tributes highlighting his legacy as a beloved singer-songwriter and entrepreneur
