Los Angeles: Bobby Keys, the saxophonist who toured with 'The Rolling Stones' for more than 45 years, died at his home in Franklin, Tennessee due to cirrhosis. He was 70.

Keys' family announced his passing on Facebook on Tuesday night. "Early this morning our beloved husband, father, family member, and friend passed away peacefully at home in Franklin, TN. Bobby was surrounded by his family and loved ones. He will be greatly missed as he touched so many lives and made a lasting contribution to the American music scene," the family said.