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David Kaff, Spinal Tap Star, Dies at 79

7/14/2025

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David Kaff, beloved as Viv Savage from *This Is Spinal Tap*, passed away peacefully at 79 on July 11. His band, Mutual of Alameda's Wild Kingdom, shared the heartfelt news. A founding member of the prog rock group Rare Bird, Kaff left a lasting legacy, famously declaring, "Have a good time… all the time."

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David Kaff, beloved as Viv Savage from *This Is Spinal Tap*, passed away peacefully at 79 on July 11. His band, Mutual of Alameda's Wild Kingdom, shared the heartfelt news. A founding member of the prog rock group Rare Bird, Kaff left a lasting legacy, famously declaring, "Have a good time… all the time."