Ronnie Van Zant

Ronnie Van Zant was the lead vocalist and a founding member of the American rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd, which emerged in the early 1970s. Known for his distinctive Southern rock sound, Van Zant's powerful lyrics often reflected themes of Southern pride and working-class life. The band gained fame with hits like "Sweet Home Alabama" and "Free Bird." Tragically, Van Zant died in a plane crash in 1977 at the age of 29, but his influence on rock music and Southern culture endures, making him a legendary figure in music history.