Glen Campbell, ‘Rhinestone Cowboy’ With Pop Appeal, Dies at 81
- Musical success was followed by a career in movies and on TV
- He announced in June 2011 that he had Alzheimer’s disease
Glen Campbell on Oct. 24, 1975.
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Glen Campbell, the Hollywood-handsome country singer with pop appeal whose long road to success gave special meaning to his best-known song, “Rhinestone Cowboy,” has died. He was 81.
He died Tuesday, according to the Associated Press, citing Campbell’s publicist Sandy Brokaw. No cause was given. Campbell and his wife disclosed in June 2011 that he had Alzheimer’s disease and that his next round of concerts would be a farewell tour.