Karac Pendragon Plant, the son of Led Zeppelin’s lead singer Robert Plant, tragically passed away at the age of five due to a stomach virus.
Karac was born on April 20, 1972, to Robert Plant and his wife Maureen. The young boy’s sudden death on July 26, 1977, was a devastating blow to the Plant family. Robert was on tour with Led Zeppelin in the United States at the time when he received the heartbreaking news. The specific illness that led to Karac’s death was a stomach virus, which was reported to be a virulent form of gastroenteritis.
The loss had a profound impact on Robert Plant. It is widely believed that the Led Zeppelin song “All My Love,” which is featured on the band’s 1979 album “In Through the Out Door,” was written by Plant in tribute to his late son. The song’s lyrics reflect a deep sense of longing and loss, and it stands as a poignant reminder of the tragedy that befell the Plant family.
The death of Karac led to the cancellation of the remaining Led Zeppelin tour dates as Plant returned home to be with his family during that difficult time. The event also influenced Plant’s approach to his music and life, as he took time to reassess his career and personal priorities following the loss of his son.
