What caused the death of B.B. King?

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In summary, blues legend B.B. King (89) passed away at his Las Vegas home due to a series of small strokes caused by his battle with type 2 diabetes. He was well-loved among musicians for his willingness to help others. Eric Clapton paid tribute to him, calling him a "beacon" in the music industry. B.B. King began making records in 1949 and his influence will always be remembered. Rest in peace.
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Blues legend B.B. King (89) died late Thursday at his Las Vegas home.
https://www.yahoo.com/music/s/musicians-friends-react-blues-legend-bb-kings-death-135603848.html

B.B. King: The Man Who Saved the Blues
https://www.yahoo.com/music/b-b-king-the-man-who-saved-the-blues-one-note-119012972506.html

https://www.yahoo.com/music/coroner-doctor-b-b-king-died-after-series-of-119060720526.html
LAS VEGAS (AP) — B.B. King’s physician and the coroner in Las Vegas say the 89-year-old blues legend died of a series of small strokes attributable to his longstanding battle with type 2 diabetes.

Dr. Darin Brimhall and Clark County Coroner John Fudenberg (FYOU’-den-berg) tell The Associated Press the medical term for the cause of death is multi-infarct dementia.

It’s sometimes referred to as MID, and is also called vascular dementia.



Peace be upon him.
 
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RIP indeed. I remember reading years ago about how well loved he was among up and coming and/or obscure musicians because of his willingness to help them along.
 
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Eric Clapton on B. B. King


http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/eric-clapton-pays-tribute-to-b-b-king-he-was-a-beacon-20150515

BBC News - http://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-32747861

B.B. King began making records in 1949!
 
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Oh I've been backpacking, I hadn't heard this! RIP, thank you for all the great music.
 

FAQ: What caused the death of B.B. King?

What was B. B. King's cause of death?

According to his death certificate, B. B. King passed away from multi-infarct dementia, which is caused by a series of small strokes.

How did B. B. King become known as the "King of the Blues"?

B. B. King earned the title of "King of the Blues" through his unique guitar playing style and soulful singing, which greatly influenced and inspired many other musicians in the blues genre.

What were some of B. B. King's most famous songs?

B. B. King's most famous songs include "The Thrill is Gone", "Every Day I Have the Blues", and "Rock Me Baby".

What awards and recognition did B. B. King receive during his career?

B. B. King won 15 Grammy Awards, was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, among many other accolades.

What is B. B. King's legacy in the music industry?

B. B. King's legacy in the music industry is immense, as he is considered one of the greatest and most influential blues musicians of all time. He also paved the way for other African American musicians to achieve success and recognition in the industry.

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