“Michael Nesmith, a singer and guitarist for the hit group the Monkees, died Friday.
“He was 78.
“Micky Dolenz, Nesmith’s bandmate, confirmed the news to CNN.
“”I’ve lost a dear friend and partner,” Dolenz said. “I’m so grateful that we could spend the last couple of months together doing what we loved best — singing, laughing, and doing shtick. I’ll miss it all so much. Especially the shtick. Rest in peace, Nez.”
“Nesmith died of heart failure at his home in Carmel Valley, CA, according to his manager.”
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