Gregg Allman Photo - 27 May 2017 - Gregg Allman the founding member of the Allman Brothers Band who overcame family tragedy drug addiction and health problems to become a grizzled elder statesman for the blues music he loved has died He was 69 Allman died at his home in Savannah Georgia according to a statement posted to his official website The statement says Allman had struggled with many health issues over the past several years Allmans longtime manager and close friend said I have lost a dear friend and the world has lost a brilliant pioneer in music File Photo 16 August 2006 - Pittsburgh Pennsylvania -  Singer  keyboardist GREG ALLMAN of the ALLMAN BROTHERS BAND performs on their 2006 Tour at the Post-Gazette Pavilion Photo Credit Jason L NelsonAdMedia