DBWI. Charles Hardin (AKA Buddy) Holly: 1936 to 2009

It is my sad duty to report to you that Mr Holly passed away peacefully in his sleep after a long battle with cancer.

Your thoughts on his life and legacy?
 
Yeah, IIRC, Waylon Jennings won the coin toss and boarded the plane in Buddy's place. I wonder what would have become of him had he lived. Anyhoo, I got to run, I hear Willie Nelson singing the intro to "Dukes of Hazzard." and I want to watch it.
 
Holly was a pinnacle of the Rock evolution. Even through the age of the Beatles and their brand of Rock sweeping the scene, Holly remained a staple. And though he did begin to fade, his late 60's come back kept him as one of the top Rock musicians. It is great that he remained with us so long. And who can forget his duet with Chuck Berry and John Lennon?
 
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