Singer Kinky Friedman dead at 79: ‘Endured tremendous pain and unthinkable loss’

Singer-songwriter and satirist Kinky Friedman has died. He was 79. A statement posted to Friedman’s X account confirmed his death on Thursday. “Kinky Friedman stepped on a rainbow at his beloved Echo Hill surrounded by family & friends. Kinkster endured tremendous pain & unthinkable loss in recent years but he never lost his fighting spirit and quick wit,” the statement read on the social media platform. “Kinky will live on as his books are read and his songs are sung,” the message concluded. The cause of death has yet to be revealed. Read more at #kinkyfriedman #celebrities The New York Post is your source for breaking news, news about New York, sports, business, entertainment, opinion, real estate, culture, fashion, and more. Subscribe to New York Post Sports: Catch the latest news here: