Apparently Jeff Healey has died of cancer at 41 (http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080303/wl_canada_afp/entertainmentcanadamusicus;_ylt=AgUdB4gYVdZTgr7.3RcjGyWs0NUE). Roadhouse fans will remember his cameo (that's the movie that introduced me to his music) as the leader of the Roadhouse band. I have several of his albums and was always amazed at his musical ability. He was an outstanding guitar player, and I am saddened to hear of his death at such a young age.
RIP. He was a fine talent. Actually saw him on TV only a few days ago trying to help some charity (I think Children's Wish Foundation) in their fundraising efforts.
Very sad. He had a long life ahead of him and he really was a talented man. I lost track of him years ago. I guess the cancer must have cut short his career.
I guess we won't see the Jeff Healey edition of Guitar Hero coming out any time soon. I'm kidding of course. RIP to a singular talent.