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Dr. Hook frontman Dennis Locorriere dies at 76
17 May
Summary
- Dr. Hook's legendary frontman, Dennis Locorriere, has passed away at 76.
- He bravely battled kidney disease for several years before his death.
- Locorriere's career spanned six decades, co-founding Dr. Hook in 1969.
Dennis Locorriere, the acclaimed singer and guitarist best known as the frontman of Dr. Hook, has died at the age of 76. His passing marks a significant loss for the music industry, particularly for fans of 1970s soft rock.
Locorriere's management confirmed his death, stating he died after a "long and courageous battle" with kidney disease. Reports suggest his kidney complications began around 2019, potentially following a prostate procedure. This condition had previously led to the postponement of Dr. Hook's 50th Anniversary World Tour.
Born in New Jersey, Locorriere's career spanned over six decades. He co-founded Dr. Hook and The Medicine Show in 1969. The band achieved global success with songs like "Sylvia's Mother" and "The Cover of the Rolling Stone." After the band's dissolution in 1985, Locorriere continued his career as a songwriter and collaborator with renowned artists.
He spent the last 24 years of his life in Sussex, England. Locorriere was married three times and was with his third wife, Claire, at the time of his death. Information regarding memorial services has not yet been publicly shared by his loved ones.
