Ross the Boss
Ross the Boss | |
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 Ross the Boss performing in 2015 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Ross Friedman |
| Born | January 3, 1954 The Bronx, New York, U.S. |
| Died | March 26, 2026 (aged 72) |
| Genres | Heavy metal, punk rock, proto punk |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter |
| Instruments | Guitar, keyboards |
| Years active | 1973–2026 |
| Formerly of |
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| Website | The Official Ross The Boss Website |
Ross Friedman (January 3, 1954 – March 26, 2026), also known as Ross the Boss, was an American guitarist. He was known as a founding member of both the punk band the Dictators and the heavy metal band Manowar.[1]
In February 2026, Friedman announced that he was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).[2] He died of the disease a month later, on March 26, at the age of 72.[3][4]
References
- ↑ Huey, Steve. "Biography: Manowar". Allmusic. Retrieved August 25, 2010.
- ↑ "Former MANOWAR Guitarist Ross 'The Boss' Friedman Diagnosed With ALS". Blabbermouth.net. February 9, 2026. Retrieved February 9, 2026.
- ↑ Former Manowar Guitarist Ross 'The Boss' Friedman Dies At 72 Blabbermouth
- ↑ "Former Manowar guitarist Ross "The Boss" Friedman has passed away". Metal Insider. 27 March 2026. Retrieved 27 March 2026.