On March 26, 2026, Ross Friedman (Ross the Boss), died aged 72. He was musician (guitar, keyboards) and songwriter, founding member of the band The Dictators, but was best known as founding member of Manowar. He recorded and performed with Shakin’ Street, Manitoba’s Wild Kingdom, Heyday, The Hellacopters, David Roter Method, The Spinatras, The Nomads, Thunderboss, Majesty, The Brain Surgeons, DawnRider, The Thunderbolts, Wotan, Fabienne Shine and the Planets, Atlanteam Kodex, Burning Starr, Death Dealer, Bloody Time and Burning Witches. With his band Ross the Boss, he released four albums.