Peter Yarrow, a renowned singer-songwriter and member of the iconic folk-music trio Peter, Paul and Mary, has died at the age of 86. Yarrow, best known for his impassioned harmonies and advocacy for civil rights and peace, passed away in New York after battling bladder cancer for four years.
Yarrow, along with Noel Paul Stookey and Mary Travers, achieved significant success in the 1960s, releasing six Billboard Top 10 singles, two No. 1 albums, and winning five Grammy Awards. The trio played a pivotal role in popularizing folk music and bringing attention to the works of artists like Bob Dylan.
