Lynn Krieger, wife of legendary guitarist Robby Krieger, dies at 79; here’s what we know about the cause of death

Lynn Krieger, the wife of the legendary guitarist Robby Krieger, has passed away. She was 79. She died in her sleep on Thursday (October 29, 2026) after battling a prolonged illness.

The outlet learned that paramedics were called to the Beverly Hills home of Robby and Lynn, guitarist of The Doors, just before noon for a possible cardiac arrest, but by the time fire and police personnel arrived, she was already dead.

The official cause of death was not known at the time of filing of this report. Law enforcement also received a call suggesting a natural death. The two met in 1967. At the time, she met Robby and the rest of The Doors at a New York City nightclub in 1967, according to TMZ. The couple got married in 1972. They share a son together, a son named Waylon.


Born on January 8, 1946, in Los Angeles, California, Robby Krieger is a musician, songwriter, and composer best known as the guitarist for the legendary rock band The Doors. He never pursued a career as an actor; however, his work as a musician has found a place in various films, including Army of the Dead (2021), Forrest Gump (1994), and Road House (1989). He is widely recognized for intertwining flamenco music into his guitar playing.


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According to IMDb, Robby was elected to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame while being a part of The Doors in 1993. He, along with the rock band, was awarded a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for Recording at 6901 Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood, California.


FAQs


Q1. Who is Lynn Krieger ?

Answer: Lynn Krieger, the wife of the legendary guitarist Robby Krieger.


Q2. How did Lynn Krieger die ?

Answer: The official cause of death was not known at the time of filing of this report. She was battling a prolonged illness prior to her passing.