Bee Gees legend Colin “Smiley” Petersen died on Monday, a tribute band for the group revealed. He was 78 years old. “He enriched our lives and bound our group with love, care and respect,” the announcement from the Best of Bee Gees read. “Not sure how we can go on without his glowing smile and deep friendship. We love you Col. Rest in Peace.” Petersen, who played a pivotal role in the group’s early success, was the band’s original drummer. Among...

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Here, we explore the incredible life and career of Colin Petersen, the legendary musician who rose to fame as the drummer for the iconic Bee Gees. Born in 1946, Colin’s journey from his early days as a child actor to becoming an integral part of one of the world's most successful music groups is nothing short of inspiring. We take a deep dive into his contributions to the Bee Gees, his transition from acting to music, and the indelible mark he left on the industry.From 'Smiley' to 'Bee Gees' Icon: The Remarkable Journey of Colin Petersen (1946-2024) | WATCH

This November ends with the sad news of the death of two drummers from the Australian group Bee Gees with four days apart. Colin Petersen, the original member, passed away on November 18 at the age of 78, and Dennis Bryon, from the disco era, died on the 14th at 76. The only surviving drummer of the band is Geoff Bridgford, who was once referred to as the last non-Gibb brother to be an official Bee Gee. He started working with the band in 1971...