79-year-old Kinky Friedman, satirist, musician, and Texas gubernatorial candidate, passed away at his ranch near Austin due to Parkinson's disease complications.

Texas satirist and musician Kinky Friedman, known for his satirical country band Kinky Friedman and the Texas Jewboys and for running for Texas governor, died at age 79. Friedman, who also wrote mystery novels, passed away at his ranch near Austin due to complications from Parkinson's disease. Born Richard Samet Friedman, the singer-songwriter was known for his irreverent humor and satirical country songs.

June 27, 2024
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