What Happened to Greg Kihn? Rock Musician Passes Away

Greg Kihn, the rock musician best known for hits like “Jeopardy” and “Remember,” recently passed away at the age of 75. As such, fans who greatly admired the artist for his contributions to the music industry and unique style are curious about the details regarding Greg Kihn’s death.

Here is what happened to the musician.

Greg Kihn dead at 75, claims report

Greg Kihn passed away on August 13, 2024, at the age of 75 following his battle with Alzheimer’s disease. This was confirmed by his publicist Michael Brandvold on the musician’s official website.

On the website, the official location of his death was undisclosed. Kihn is survived by the following family members — wife Jay Arafiles-Kihn, children Ryan and Alexis Kihn, son-in-law Samora Harrington, grandsons Nate Harrington-Kihn and Zuri Harrington-Kihn, sister Laura Otremba, brother-in-law Lou Otremba Jr., and nephews Larry, Lou III, and Matthew Otremba.

The late singer’s family has requested for donations to be made in his name to the Alzheimer’s Association, supporting the fight against Alzheimer’s disease.

Greg Kihn’s eulogy published on his site confirms that in his lifetime, he engaged in activities uninvolved with music. He dabbled in storytelling and writing, publishing six novels and multiple short stories. He also had a hobby of breeding rare praying mantis species. Kihn was also a philanthropist, who raised money for Operation Care and Comfort and other charitable organizations.

Furthermore, Greg Kihn, who founded The Greg Kihn Band, also worked as a Morning Radio Host for KFOX for around 17 years. He also served as a syndicated night-time radio host. Through these ventures, he connected with audiences and addressed real-world problems.

A private memorial, a celebration of his life, career, and legacy is scheduled to take place with his friends and family. Moreover, a public celebration for fans and others will also happen soon.

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