Kinky Friedman, Texas singer, satirist and former political candidate, dies at 79

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His X account confirmed that the Kinkster ‘stepped on a rainbow at his beloved Echo Hill.”

confirmed his death on June 27, 2024: “Kinky Friedman stepped on a rainbow at his beloved Echo Hill surrounded by family & friends. Kinkster endured tremendous pain & unthinkable loss in recent years but he never lost his fighting spirit and quick wit. Kinky will live on as his books are read and his songs are sung.” His death was also confirmed by his friendBorn Richard Samet Friedman in Chicago, Friedman and his family moved to Texas at a young age.

Friedman was also a prominent candidate in the 2006 Texas gubernatorial election, running as an independent against incumbent Rick Perry. He was often out on the campaign trail with his signature look, a cowboy hat and a cigar in hand. He eventually finished fourth in the race, garnering more than 500,000 votes.Four years later, Friedman ran for state office again, losing the Democratic primary for agricultural commissioner. His political career was known for then-outlandish.

 

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