Bobby Whitlock, who co-founded Derek and the Dominos with Eric Clapton, dies at 77

Music world mourns key contributor to one of rock’s greatest albums; dead at 77

The musician made history as the first white artist signed to Stax Records.

Bobby Whitlock, Derek and the Dominos Co-Founder, Dies at 77

Bobby Whitlock, co-founder and keyboardist-singer for Derek and the Dominos, died Sunday at age 77. The news was confirmed by his manager, Carol Kaye: With profound sadness, the family of Bobby Whitlock announces his passing at 1:20 a.m. on Aug. 10.

Bobby Whitlock, who co-founded Derek and the Dominos with Eric Clapton, dies at 77

(NEXSTAR) – Bobby Whitlock, the songwriter and musician who co-founded Derek and the Dominos alongside Eric Clapton, died on Sunday at the age of 77. Download our WTEN+ streaming app on Roku, Fire TV and Apple TV! Carole Kaye, Whitlock’s manager, said the rocker died “after a brief illness” at his home in Texas, according to a statement provided to outlets including Variety and ABC Audio. “He passed in his home in Texas, surrounded by fami…

Rock 'N' Roll Icon Dead At 77

Bobby Whitlock, co-founder of Derek and the Dominoes, passed away at 77 this week. News of his passing came from “heartbroken” manager Carole Kaye, who said he died at approximately 1:20 a.m. Sunday morning at his home in Texas, following an extended battle with cancer. Kaye said the iconic rock ‘n’ roll star was surrounded by loved ones as he drew his final breath. “How do you express in but a few words the grandness of one man who came from ab…

Legendary rock musician dies at 77 after short cancer battle

Bobby Whitlock, a rock music legend best known as a co-founding member of Derek and the Dominos, has died. He was 77.

Bobby Whitlock: Music great who co-founded Derek And The Dominos dies

Derek And The Dominos co-founder Bobby Whitlock has died at the age of 77.