Born on December 29, 1943, in Canada, he was a renowned musician and actor best known as the bassist and vocalist for the influential rock group, The Band. His career began in the early 1960s, and he rose to fame with The Band through albums like "Music from Big Pink" and "The Band." Although primarily celebrated for his musical talents, he also appeared in a few films and documentaries about music. He passed away on December 10, 1999, leaving a lasting legacy in rock music.