Legendary Indian tabla player Zakir Hussain dies at 73 in San Francisco

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Zakir Hussain, a renowned Indian tabla player, passed away at the age of 73 in San Francisco. His family reported that he had been hospitalized due to complications from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a rare lung disease. Hussain was celebrated for his contributions to music over a career spanning more than six decades. He was known for blending Indian classical music with jazz and collaborated with many famous musicians worldwide. He won three Grammy Awards earlier this year, adding to his previous two wins. Hussain is survived by his wife and two daughters.


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