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Brad · 02-29-2012, 01:35 PM

MONKEES SINGER DAVY JONES DEAD AT 66 FROM HEART ATTACK

TMZ

Davy Jones -- lead singer of The Monkees -- died after suffering a heart attack this morning ... TMZ has learned.

An official from the medical examiner's office for Martin County, Florida confirmed with TMZ they received a call from Martin Memorial Hospital informing them that Jones had passed away.

A rep for the singer tells us Jones suffered a heart attack at his home this morning ... and was transported to a hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Jones is survived by his wife Jessica and 4 daughters from previous marriages. He was 66-years-old. Jones was married to Jessica Pacheco -- his 3rd wife.

Jones joined The Monkees in 1965 ... along with Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith and Peter Tork ... and together they churned out a bunch of hugely popular songs including 3 number 1 hits -- "Daydream Believer," "Last Train to Clarksville" and "I'm a Believer."

The group was initially cast by TV producers who wanted to create a scripted series about an actual rock n' roll band. But the group exploded, and Jones in particular became a Beatles-caliber heartthrob.

The Monkees songs were covered by huge bands like Coldpay, and Smash Mouth's version of "I'm a Believer" was famously featured in "Shrek."

Davy's last performance was on February 19th in Oklahoma -- the night before, he performed "Daydream Believer" and "It's Nice to Be with You" at the BB King Blues Club in NYC ... and he looked totally fine (video below).

old grouch · 02-29-2012, 01:41 PM

Wow, this is sad. Rip Davy.

Brad · 02-29-2012, 02:15 PM

Penny Lane · 02-29-2012, 03:01 PM

Oh.......... How sad!

http://www.usatoday.com/life/people/...nes/53304196/1

ABlairican Pie · 02-29-2012, 05:26 PM

This is very sad. We all grew up with The Monkees. They would never grow old.

Adamantium · 02-29-2012, 05:32 PM

I honestly never thought he would be the first Monkee to leave us.

I'm a big Monkees fan and this is very sad news.

biffbronson · 02-29-2012, 06:37 PM

Totally shocked and saddened -- he left us way too soon.

rezny717 · 02-29-2012, 09:30 PM

I am a HUGE fan of 1960's music,(all the generation of the 1960's-from 1960-1969), and The Monkees music, with the late Davy Jones, Mickey Dolenz, Peter Tork and Michael Nesmith was one of the reasons it was a great era for music. Davy Jones could sing, (I believe he had training before 'The Monkees") and had a beautiful voice. One question, AFTER "The Monkees"disbanded, did he ever go solo? Anyway, R.I.P.,Mr.Jones.

Penny Lane · 03-01-2012, 03:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rezny717

I am a HUGE fan of 1960's music,(all the generation of the 1960's-from 1960-1969), and The Monkees music, with the late Davy Jones, Mickey Dolenz, Peter Tork and Michael Nesmith was one of the reasons it was a great era for music. Davy Jones could sing, (I believe he had training before 'The Monkees") and had a beautiful voice. One question, AFTER "The Monkees"disbanded, did he ever go solo? Anyway, R.I.P.,Mr.Jones.

He was a child actor in the theater in England. And yes, he had a solo career.

TheCars1986 · 03-01-2012, 03:12 PM

"A Little Bit Me, A Little Bit You" is definitely one of their most underrated songs. Davy was always my favorite member of the Monkees since he sang all the songs I like by them. "Daydream Believer" is timeless. RIP Davy.

catlover79 · 03-01-2012, 08:40 PM

Schmoopie · 03-05-2012, 12:14 PM

So sad... No wonder I can't stop listening to "Girl"... And I'd never heard most of his music until just a few days ago. I feel almost guilty that I was enjoying Leap Day so much and then to learn that it was the day that he died.

02-29-2012, 01:35 PM	#1
Brad Forum Veteran 05/26/2013. Taste the happy. Join Date: Dec 17, 2001 Location: Oroville, California Posts: 15,297	Davy Jones (The Monkees): 1945-2012 MONKEES SINGER DAVY JONES DEAD AT 66 FROM HEART ATTACK TMZ Davy Jones -- lead singer of The Monkees -- died after suffering a heart attack this morning ... TMZ has learned. An official from the medical examiner's office for Martin County, Florida confirmed with TMZ they received a call from Martin Memorial Hospital informing them that Jones had passed away. A rep for the singer tells us Jones suffered a heart attack at his home this morning ... and was transported to a hospital where he was pronounced dead. Jones is survived by his wife Jessica and 4 daughters from previous marriages. He was 66-years-old. Jones was married to Jessica Pacheco -- his 3rd wife. Jones joined The Monkees in 1965 ... along with Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith and Peter Tork ... and together they churned out a bunch of hugely popular songs including 3 number 1 hits -- "Daydream Believer," "Last Train to Clarksville" and "I'm a Believer." The group was initially cast by TV producers who wanted to create a scripted series about an actual rock n' roll band. But the group exploded, and Jones in particular became a Beatles-caliber heartthrob. The Monkees songs were covered by huge bands like Coldpay, and Smash Mouth's version of "I'm a Believer" was famously featured in "Shrek." Davy's last performance was on February 19th in Oklahoma -- the night before, he performed "Daydream Believer" and "It's Nice to Be with You" at the BB King Blues Club in NYC ... and he looked totally fine (video below). __________________ Twitter

02-29-2012, 03:01 PM	#4
Penny Lane Forum Veteran We love you Miggy! Join Date: Jul 03, 2001 Location: Beneath the blue suburban skies Posts: 16,554	Davy Jones(The Monkees) Passed Away! Oh.......... How sad! http://www.usatoday.com/life/people/...nes/53304196/1 __________________ Nobody loves me, but my mother, And she could be jivin' too.- BB King

02-29-2012, 05:26 PM	#5
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02-29-2012, 05:32 PM	#6
Adamantium Senior Member TVAdam No More Join Date: Sep 11, 2002 Location: Springfield, Ohio Posts: 5,676	I honestly never thought he would be the first Monkee to leave us. I'm a big Monkees fan and this is very sad news. __________________ -Adam Hauck Check Out My YouTube Channel! http://www.youtube.com/user/Adaweshau?feature=mhee The videos are numbered but the early ones aren't as good. #3 is where I really get going.

02-29-2012, 06:37 PM	#7
biffbronson Senior Member Member Join Date: Aug 22, 2009 Location: US Posts: 1,552	Totally shocked and saddened -- he left us way too soon. __________________ Lovely Loretta Young -- Vitaphone star

02-29-2012, 01:41 PM	#2
old grouch Senior Member Member Join Date: May 13, 2010 Location: montana Posts: 1,848	Wow, this is sad. Rip Davy.

02-29-2012, 02:15 PM	#3
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02-29-2012, 09:30 PM	#8
rezny717 Forum Regular Member Join Date: Jun 06, 2011 Location: Lincoln,Nebraska Posts: 652	I am a HUGE fan of 1960's music,(all the generation of the 1960's-from 1960-1969), and The Monkees music, with the late Davy Jones, Mickey Dolenz, Peter Tork and Michael Nesmith was one of the reasons it was a great era for music. Davy Jones could sing, (I believe he had training before 'The Monkees") and had a beautiful voice. One question, AFTER "The Monkees"disbanded, did he ever go solo? Anyway, R.I.P.,Mr.Jones.

03-01-2012, 03:12 PM	#10
TheCars1986 Senior Member Member Join Date: Nov 22, 2008 Location: Maryland Posts: 2,903	"A Little Bit Me, A Little Bit You" is definitely one of their most underrated songs. Davy was always my favorite member of the Monkees since he sang all the songs I like by them. "Daydream Believer" is timeless. RIP Davy.

03-01-2012, 08:40 PM	#11
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03-05-2012, 12:14 PM	#12
Schmoopie Moderator Forum Veteran I adore David Hyde Pierce! Join Date: Jul 13, 2008 Location: Seattle-The home of Niles Crane, Cafe Nervosa and KACL 780AM Posts: 10,640	So sad... No wonder I can't stop listening to "Girl"... And I'd never heard most of his music until just a few days ago. I feel almost guilty that I was enjoying Leap Day so much and then to learn that it was the day that he died. __________________ Daphne: I'm terribly sorry. I know I wasn't supposed to hear that. Niles: No, I'm glad you heard. It's something I've been wanting to tell you for the longest time. Daphne: Well, what took you so long? I think it's wonderful. Niles: You do? Daphne: Yes, of course I do! Oh you dear, sweet man, give me a hug!

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