Legendary bassist of influential rock band dies at 77

Fred Smith, bassist of the New York punk band Television, has died. He was 77. Smith’s wife, Paula Cereghino, confirmed her husband died on Thursday, Feb. 5 from cancer, The New York Times reported.
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Fred Smith, Television Bassist, Dead at 77

Television bassist Fred Smith has died at age 77 following a cancer battle, his wife confirmed to 'The New York Times.' ...

Fred Smith, influential Television and former Blondie bassist, dies at 77

Fred Smith, influential bass player for formative proto-punk outfit Television, has died at the age of 77. News of Smith’s ...

Fred Smith, Bassist of Television, Dead at 77

Fred Smith, bassist of Television and former member of Blondie, died on Thursday, Feb. 5. The musician died from cancer at ...

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Television bassist Fred Smith dies at 77

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