Former Santana vocalist dead at 79
Former Santana vocalist Alex Ligertwood has died at the age of 79, passing peacefully in his sleep, according to his wife Shawn Brogan. Brogan shared that Ligertwood performed his final show just weeks before his death and remained dedicated to music until the end. She described him as a beloved figure with an extraordinary voice and a heart full of soul.
- ▪Alex Ligertwood, former vocalist for Santana, died at 79.
- ▪He passed away peacefully in his sleep with his dog Bobo by his side.
- ▪His wife Shawn Brogan announced his death on Facebook.
- ▪Ligertwood performed his last show a few weeks before his passing.
- ▪Brogan expressed gratitude that he lived life on his own terms.
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Celebrity News Former Santana vocalist dead at 79 By Vanessa Serna Published May 3, 2026, 4:50 p.m. ET Former Santana vocalist Alex Ligertwood has died at the age of 79. The Latin rock band crooner “passed peacefully in his sleep with his doggy Bobo by his side” on Saturday, his wife, Shawn Brogan, announced via Facebook. “Alex was loved by so many,” she wrote alongside photos of the musician. “If you knew him, you loved him. He touched so many with his extraordinary voice. He was all heart and soul.” Getty Images Getty Images Explore More Dianna Russini offered new job after resigning from Athletic over Mike Vrabel photo scandal Kylie Jenner's BFF Stassie Karanikolaou shows off new butt in bikini after BBL reduction Sharon Stone turns heads with 'perfect' unfiltered bikini pic at 68…
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