Original Bee Gees star Colin 'Smiley' Petersen has died aged 78, it's been announced.The Best of Bee Gees revealed the sad news on their social media page with a statement that read: "It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of our dear friend Colin 'Smiley' Petersen.
He enriched our lives and bound our group with love, care and respect. Not sure how we can go on without his glowing smile and deep friendship.
We love you Col. Rest in Peace." Fans rushed to pay tribute to the music legend, with one writing: "More sad news. Colin Petersen, the Bee Gees’ first drummer in the 1960s, has passed away this morning.
He played and recorded songs like “New York Mining Disaster 1941”, “To Love Somebody”, “Massachussetts”, “Words” and many more.
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