R.I.P.
Lynyrd Skynyrd Keyboardist Dies

Lynyrd Skynyrd KeyboardistBilly Powell -- the former Lynyrd Skynyrd roadie-turned-keyboardist -- died early Wednesday morning in Jacksonville, Florida.

Powell was 56.

The band posted the following note on their website:

A Great Loss -- Beloved Pianist for the Lynyrd Skynyrd Band, Billy Powell, passed away last night. We will post more info shortly. The family and band request your respect and understanding during this difficult time. Thank you.



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1. So very sad. So young.

Posted at 10:51AM on Jan 28th 2009 by soccermadre

2. How sad for his family.... God forgive me but I wish Wynonna had perished instead of this lovely talented man....

Posted at 10:55AM on Jan 28th 2009 by Jean Summers--slim, trim and can still fit in my high school cheerleader uniform (I was squad captain)

3. So sad. A truly great talent. I just saw them in August on the Rock n Rebels tour with Kid Rock. He did an intro to Freebird that was amazing. Thoughts and prayers to his loved ones and friends. You're a Freebird now, Billy.

Posted at 11:00AM on Jan 28th 2009 by Jade

4. This is truly sad! I met this man and his wife a few years ago. They were super friendly and kind. I am hoping he didn't fall off the wagon as I know he had troubles last year. I pray for his wife and kids. RIP Billy.

Posted at 11:03AM on Jan 28th 2009 by Anon

5. REST IN PEACE BILLY, your a good man, enjoyed your music, grew up with your music, GODS PEACE, we will miss you, peace to all . good night BILLY

Posted at 11:06AM on Jan 28th 2009 by pattieincali

6. It is very painful to lose someone you love. I know God will help them through this. But the JERK that wrote this....................2. How sad for his family.... God forgive me but I wish Wynonna had perished instead of this lovely talented man.... Is a horrible, stuck up piece of crap and should not be allowed to post anything on a public site. And we wonder how our kids are growing up so heartless??
Well exibit one ........and I rest my case.

Posted at 11:07AM on Jan 28th 2009 by BeckyBright

7. 56? That can only mean one thing...drug overdose.

Posted at 11:08AM on Jan 28th 2009 by Cheerleaders are twits

8. omg, SO SAD> saw them with kid rock this summer...his piano playing was one of the highlights! i get chills thinking about it. RIP!!! :-(

Posted at 11:10AM on Jan 28th 2009 by What, Bitches??

9. #7 Becky dimwit...idiots like you, who think someone should be censored because they don't agree with you ,are the ones that need to be banned. People can write whatever the hell they want. Grow up, it's a big world with different views. Get back in your cave.

Posted at 11:12AM on Jan 28th 2009 by Dino

10. JEAN SUMMERS - you are such an idiot. who cares?? i was captain four years straight...woop de doo...you do not look good when you post your stupid name, you sound like an ignorant uneducated old bitch who yearns for her high school years and still needs attention. tsk, tsk, so sad. and wow, what a personality - saying you wish someone else dies. you're a joke.

Posted at 11:15AM on Jan 28th 2009 by A Really White Girl...

11. Wynonna, who? The big fat one doing diet commercials, or the thief?

Posted at 11:16AM on Jan 28th 2009 by Size 0, slim, trim and my cheerleader uniform is too big for me now

12. Don't know what to say other than they don't make musicians like this ANYMORE!!! Sorry guys... Even though I know that there are tons of talented musicians out there, this was one of the best, and he is irreplaceable... My prayers and thoughts are with the remaining members and their families.....

Posted at 1:14PM on Jan 28th 2009 by Tangie

13. "Sweet Home Alabama"...RIP Billy Powell.

Posted at 11:22AM on Jan 28th 2009 by Litzie

14. From the little that is out yet, he apparently had some heart problems and called 911 himself. If that information is true, it seems it is probably a natural death. RIP Billy and condolences to your family, friends and fans.

Posted at 11:25AM on Jan 28th 2009 by huh

15. Rock on in heaven, Billy! Hug my girl for me! :)

Posted at 11:29AM on Jan 28th 2009 by luvjac23

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