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Commodores Co-Founder Ronald LaPread Passes Away at Age 75

Ronald LaPread, co-founder and former bassist of the Commodores, has died at 75. His daughter confirmed his passing, which followed a sudden medical event in Auckland, New Zealand. LaPread was a key member of the band from 1970 to 1986, contributing to many of their biggest hits and earning a Grammy Award.

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Ronald LaPread, co-founder and former bassist of the Commodores, has died at 75. His daughter confirmed his passing, which followed a sudden medical event in Auckland, New Zealand. LaPread was a key member of the band from 1970 to 1986, contributing to many of their biggest hits and earning a Grammy Award.

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