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Drummer Charlie Watts, Rolling Stones backbone, dies at 80

Charlie Watts, the self-effacing and unshakeable Rolling Stones drummer who helped anchor one of rock’s greatest rhythms sections and used his “day job” to support his enduring love of jazz, has died at 80, according to his publicist.

Associated Press

Aug 24, 2021, 12:47 PM

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