Gary Rossington

Gary Rossington was an American guitarist and founding member of the rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd, known for their influential role in Southern rock music. He was born on December 4, 1951, and was renowned for his distinctive slide guitar playing and songwriting, contributing to iconic songs like "Sweet Home Alabama" and "Free Bird." Rossington survived the tragic plane crash in 1977 that killed several band members, and he continued to perform and record with Lynyrd Skynyrd for decades. His influence and contributions to music have left a lasting legacy in rock history. Rossington passed away on March 5, 2023.