Television guitarist Richard Lloyd dies aged 75

Television guitarist Richard Lloyd has died at 75, his former band confirmed via social media. Born in Pennsylvania, Lloyd appeared on all of the influential punk group’s studio albums, including Marquee Moon (1977), Adventure (1978) and the band’s self-titled third LP released in 1992. He was diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma, a bile duct cancer, in March. Television’s account on X said he died “today” and extended condolences to Lloyd’s wife Sheila and his family. Known for his angular guitar work that shaped post-punk and indie, Lloyd’s style influenced bands such as Pixies, Sonic Youth and Gang of Four. Television’s lineup included Lloyd, Tom Verlaine, Fred Smith and Billy Ficca. Verlaine died in 2023 and the band later disbanded.