Dickey Betts Dies: Allman Brothers Guitarist, Singer & Songwriter Was 80

Dickey Betts, the Allman Brothers Band‘s co-founding guitarist, singer and songwriter behind such classics as “Ramblin’ Man,” “Blue Sky” and “Jessica,” died today at his home in Osprey, FL. He was 80.

His family posted the news on social media.

“Dickey was larger than life, and his loss will be felt world-wide,” the family wrote on Instagram. “At this difficult time, the family asks for prayers and respect for their privacy in the coming days. More information will be forthcoming at the appropriate time.”

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