Richard Wright: Pink Floyd Keyboardist Dies at 65

Richard Wright was an English keyboardist and a founding member of Pink Floyd. Born on July 28, 1943, in Hatch End, London, he met Roger Waters and Nick Mason while studying architecture.

His jazz-influenced organ and piano playing helped create the band's sound on albums such as The Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were Here and The Wall. He co-wrote "Us and Them" and "Echoes." He was fired during the making of The Wall but rejoined the band in the 1980s.

Wright reunited with the group for Live 8 in 2005. He released a solo album, Broken China, and another, Wet Dream. He died of cancer on September 15, 2008, at age 65.

Achievements: Founding member of Pink Floyd, co-wrote "Us and Them."

Birth: July 28, 1943 - Hatch End, London.

Profession: Keyboardist.

Interesting Facts: He played Live 8 with Pink Floyd's classic lineup in 2005.