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- NAME: Robin Gibb
- OCCUPATION: Songwriter, Singer
- BIRTH DATE: December 22, 1949
- DEATH DATE: May 20, 2012
- PLACE OF BIRTH: Isle of Man , United Kingdom
- PLACE OF DEATH: London, United Kingdom
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Singing with two of his brothers as the Bee Gees, Robin Gibb scored numerous hits in the 1970s, including "Stayin' Alive" and "How Deep Is Your Love."
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From their first break on a local Australian radio show to their phenomenal success of the soundtrack to Saturday Night Fever, this is the story of the Bee Gees.
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Despite his determination, Gibb was not able to overcome his illness. He died in London on May 20, 2012, at the age of 62, after a long battle with cancer. Gibb will be remembered for his soulful voice, contributions to popular music and work on behalf of songwriters everywhere.
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