Richard Lloyd, the legendary guitarist best known for his work on punk band Television's studio albums, has died at the age of 75 after a battle with cancer.
A post on Television's official X account announced: "We are so very sad that Richard Lloyd has passed away today at the age of 75. Deepest condolences to Sheila and to all of is family and friends."
Cancer Diagnosis and Tributes
Lloyd had been diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma, a form of bile duct cancer, in March this year.
Former The Smiths guitarist Johny Marr led the tributes, posting on his Instagram: "RIP Richard Lloyd. A seeker and finder and a true inspiration with and without the guitar. It was an honour to know him and a blessing to have been a fan. Thank you Richard. Carry on my friend."
Singer Lloyd Cole also penned on X: "I just heard. RIP Richard Lloyd. I only saw Television once – all those amazing riffs that drive the songs – Richard played them all."
Fan Reactions and Legacy
Tributes also flooded in from fans, as the news was shared on X. One said: "Ramones were opening for Television. Richard Lloyd is a literal architect of punk."
A second lamented: "What a loss. Television was one of the best, most influential bands of all time. RIP to an absolute legend," as a third said: "Oh man. Marquee Moon is one of the best records ever."
Television were best known for Marquee Moon, a lengthy 10-minute song from the album of the same name, which reached No.30 in the UK singles chart in 1977. They were made up of Lloyd, singer and guitarist Tom Verlaine, bass player Fred Smith and drummer Billy Ficca.
Verlaine died aged 73 in 2003 from prostate cancer, and Television broke up following his death. Lloyd leaves behind wife Sheila O'Keefe, who he married in 2010, and a son named Dylan.
