Updated Feb 20, 2026
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(Friday)
Died
Nationality
Languages
English
Zodiac Sign
♓ Pisces
Chinese Zodiac
龙 Dragon
Name Origin
English < Ancient Greek (Φίλιππος)
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Phil Lesh: American musician (1940–2024).
Born (died at age 84).
The name Philip means horse, like of horses, love a war.
Biography
Philip Chapman Lesh (March 15, 1940 – October 25, 2024) was an American musician and a founding member of the Grateful Dead, with whom he developed a unique style of improvised six-string bass guitar. He was their bassist throughout their 30-year career. After the group disbanded in 1995, Lesh continued the tradition of Grateful Dead family music with a side project, Phil Lesh and Friends, which paid homage to the Dead's music by playing their repertoire, as well as songs by members of his own group. Lesh operated a music venue called Terrapin Crossroads. From 2009 to 2014, he performed in Furthur alongside former Grateful Dead bandmate Bob Weir.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Phil Lesh?
Phil Lesh was born on and passed away on at the age of 84.
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You can find more about Phil Lesh on TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
