Jimmy Buffett, a legendary singer and Margaritaville empire owner, has died at 76.

With his crinkled smile, breezy tunes and barefoot stage presence, Buffett encompassed the persona of a beach bum.

But a 50-plus year recording career that spawned unparalleled devotion from fans as well as branded restaurants, books, beer, resorts, a Broadway show and cruise line established Buffett as a bona fide mogul.

The “Margaritaville” icon died Friday, according to a statement on his official website and social media pages.

The statement reads the singer died “peacefully … surrounded by his family, friends, music and dogs.”

“He lived his life like a song till the very last breath and will be missed beyond measure by so many.”

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