Archie Roach cause of death, wife, children, net worth

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Archibald William Roach AM was a musician from Australia.

He was a singer, composer, musician, Gunditjmara and Bundjalung elder, and advocate for Indigenous Australians’ rights.

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Archie Roach cause of death

Roach rose to prominence with the song “Took the Children Away,” which appeared on his debut solo album, Charcoal Lane, in 1990.

He traveled the world, opening and headlining for Joan Armatrading, Bob Dylan, Billy Bragg, Tracy Chapman, Suzanne Vega, and Patti Smith.

His efforts have received several nominations and prizes, including a Deadly Award in 2013 for a “Lifetime Contribution to Healing the Stolen Generations.” Roach was inducted into the ARIA Music Awards Hall of Fame on November 25, 2020.

Roach died on July 30, 2022, in Warrnambool Base Hospital in Victoria, following a lengthy illness.

Archie Roach wife and children

Ruby Hunter (1955-2010) was his wife and musical collaborator.

Ruby Hunter, Roach’s wife, and musical companion died on February 17, 2010, at the age of 54.

She suffered a stroke while working in the Kimberley area on October 14, 2010.

His sons, Amos and Eban, have granted permission for his name and likeness to be used indefinitely “so that his legacy may continue to inspire.”

Archie Roach net worth

Roach was worth 3 million dollars per multiple reports.

He earned mainly from his career.

Archie Roach funeral

His funeral will be held soon