Richie Havens dead; Folk musician was 72
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Richie Havens performs at the Newport Folk Festival in Newport, Rhode Island, August 2, 2008. (REUTERS)
Richie Havens, who sang and strummed for a sea of people at Woodstock, has died at 72.
Havens’ agent confirmed the news of his death to FOX 411, stating the singer died in the morning.
“He had a heart attack at his home in Jersey City,” the agent said.
Havens, a folk singer and guitarist, performed at the 1969 Woodstock Festival. He returned to the site during the 40th anniversary in 2009.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}The performer was born in Brooklyn. He was known for his crafty guitar work and cover songs.
Havens said in a 2009 interview with The Associated Press about Woodstock: "Everything in my life, and so many others', is attached to that train."
A public memorial will be planned for a later date.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}The Associated Press contributed to this report.