Folk Legend Peter Yarrow Passes Away at 86

Peter Yarrow, known for his powerful and compassionate voice in the iconic folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary, has died at the age of 86. He passed away on Tuesday at his home in Manhattan's Upper West Side. His publicist, Ken Sunshine, confirmed the news and revealed that Yarrow had been fighting bladder cancer for the past four years. Yarrow's voice was a key element in the group's harmony, blending seamlessly with Noel Paul Stookey's smooth baritone and Mary Travers's warm contralto. While the trio often shared vocals equally, Yarrow took the lead on several of their most famous songs. He either wrote or co-wrote hits like "Puff the Magic Dragon, " "Day Is Done, " and "The Great Mandala. " "Puff" reached No. 2 on the Billboard charts, while "Day Is Done" made it into the Top 20. Yarrow's music career spanned decades, and his impact on folk music is immeasurable. His songs captured the spirit of the 1960s and continue to resonate with listeners today.