Jimmy Buffet, "Margaritaville" singer, dies at 76

Jimmy Buffett, the singer and songwriter of "Margaritaville" and dozens of other beachy soft-rock songs, has died at 76 years old, according to a statement posted on his website and social media channels. 

"Jimmy passed away peacefully on the night of September 1st surrounded by his family, friends, music and dogs," the statement said. "He lived his life like a song till the very last breath and will be missed beyond measure by so many." 

The statement included a photo of Buffett dressed casually and sitting in a boat out on the water.