Bee Gees Original Drummer Colin Petersen Dies at 78

Colin Petersen, the original drummer for the Bee Gees, died Monday, November 18. He was 78.

“It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of our dear friend Colin ‘Smiley’ Petersen,” announced Evan Webster of Best of the Bee Gees, a tribute band that Petersen played with, on the band’s Facebook page. “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.”