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Peter Yarrow of Folk Trio Peter, Paul and Mary Passes Away at 86

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Peter Yarrow of Folk Trio Peter, Paul and Mary Passes Away at 86

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  • Peter Yarrow, the vocalist from the acclaimed folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary, has passed away at the age of 86, confirmed to be due to bladder cancer.
  • Yarrow was known for leading songs such as Puff the Magic Dragon and The Great Mandala, which he either wrote or co-wrote.
  • The trio achieved significant success in the 1960s, with six US Top 10 singles, including Leavin’ on a Jet Plane.
  • Yarrow was politically active, having participated in the March on Washington, making their music anthems of the civil rights movement.
  • Despite his musical legacy, Yarrow’s past included a conviction for indecency; he was pardoned by President Jimmy Carter in 1981.

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