Walter Becker: Steely Dan Co-Founder Dies at 67

Walter Becker was an American guitarist, bassist and songwriter. Born on February 20, 1950, in Queens, New York, he met Donald Fagen at Bard College.

With Fagen he co-founded Steely Dan in 1972. The band had hits including "Reelin' in the Years," "Do It Again" and "Deacon Blues" and won ten Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year for Two Against Nature (2001). They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001.

He died in New York City on September 3, 2017, at age 67.

Achievements: Ten Grammy Awards, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (2001).

Birth: February 20, 1950 - Queens, New York.

Profession: Musician and songwriter.

Interesting Facts: He and Donald Fagen met at Bard College.