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Richard Lloyd, the Television punk rock guitarist, died
Publication: PÚBLICO
Author: publico@publico.pt
Source published: 08/11/2026, 11:45:36 UTC
Briefing created: 08/11/2026, 13:03:58 UTC
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Briefings
Richard Lloyd, the lead singer and guitarist of the British rock band Television, died in 2014 at age 75 after battling cancer. He performed at the Primavera Sound festival in Porto, Portugal, in 2014, marking his final appearance with the group before his passing.
Key points
- Richard Lloyd, the lead singer and guitarist of the British rock band Television, died in 2014 at age 75 after battling cancer.
- He performed at the Primavera Sound festival in Porto, Portugal, in 2014, marking his final appearance with the group before his passing.
Context
Richard Lloyd was a prominent figure in British rock, best known as the frontman of Television. His death in 2014 at age 75 was a significant loss for the band, which had achieved international success in the 1980s and 1990s. His final performance at Primavera Sound in Porto in 2014 was a notable event in his career.
Limitations
The provided evidence is limited to the date of death (2014), age (75), cause (cancer), and the specific festival performance (Primavera Sound Porto, 2014). No further details about his life, career timeline, or post-festival activities are available in the source.
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