Steely Dan keyboardist Jim Beard has died at the age of 63. According to reports, Beard died in a New York hospital on Saturday surrounded by loved ones.
Beard is a longtime member of Steely Dan and last performed with the band on Jan. 20 in Phoenix.
Steely Dan’s Jim Beard Has Died At 63
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The 63-year-old man reportedly died of complications from the disease. A representative for the musician told the news outlet that he spent his last moments with his loved ones while in a hospital in New York.
The last time Beard played with Steely Dan was on the Eagles’ “Long Goodbye” tour, which took place in Phoenix on January 20. He is not only a keyboard player but also a pianist, arranger, songwriter and producer.
Born in Ridley Park, Pennsylvania, on August 26, 1960, Beard rose to fame as a solo jazz musician and as a sideman for jazz greats such as John McLaughlin and Wayne Shorter.
Beard is survived by his mother, Sarah, sister, Nancy Canale, brother, Bill Beard, and sons, Victor and Caitlin Beard.
Fans Pay Tribute To Late Keyboard Player
Jim Beard, RIP. Pictured here with Eliane Elias in 1988. Jim was such a great glue and presence in so many projects. I will miss the man, his wit and musical ingenuity. You made a difference, Jim. pic.twitter.com/8MvT6j3639
— Peter Erskine (@petererskine) March 6, 2024
On X, formerly known as Twitter, netizens paid tribute to the late beard, remembering his legacy as a talented keyboard player.
Lester The Nightfly Radio’s official X page spoke of his passing, writing, “It is with heavy hearts that we report the passing of longtime Steely Dan pianist/keyboardist Jim Beard. Enjoy this video showing a lighter side of Jim with Steely Dan guitarist Jon Herrington. You will be missed, Jim.”
It is with heavy hearts that we report the passing of longtime Steely Dan pianist/keyboardist Jim Beard.
Enjoy this video showing a lighter side of Jim with Steely Dan guitarist Jon Herrington.
You will be missed, Jim.
Full video: https://t.co/bpirugLufA pic.twitter.com/UC1XESZ1Vn
— Lester The Nightfly (@TheNightflyWJAZ) March 5, 2024
A user X wrote, “That’s so sad…. Saw him play a few times with SD. Great talent.”
Another said, “Very sad news. Jim is a great and unique player.”
A third stated, “I can’t believe the great Jim Beard is gone. What a loss. He was a gentle soul and a very talented artist. This picture is just from last year when we were recording the Mike Stern album he produced. Will miss you dear Jim.”
“Jim Beard, RIP. Pictured here with Eliane Elias in 1988. Jim was such a great glue and presence in so many projects. I will miss the man, his wit, and his musical ingenuity. You’re making a difference, Jim.” wrote a fourth individual.
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