Rolling Stones saxophonist Bobby Keys dies at 70

Rolling Stones saxophonist Bobby Keys dies at 70
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Bobby Keys, the saxophone player who toured with the Rolling Stones on and off for 45 years, has died. He was 70.

"The Rolling Stones are devastated by the loss of their very dear friend and legendary saxophone player, Bobby Keys," the band said. "He will be greatly missed." In a separate statement, guitarist Keith Richards said he "lost the largest pal in the world and I can't express the sense of sadness I feel, although Bobby would tell me to cheer up."

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Catherine Garcia, The Week US

Catherine Garcia is night editor for TheWeek.com. Her writing and reporting has appeared in Entertainment Weekly and EW.com, The New York Times, The Book of Jezebel, and other publications. A Southern California native, Catherine is a graduate of the University of Redlands and the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism.