'Truly a music legend': Abbott mourns passing of ZZ Top member Dusty Hill

Dusty Hill, the bassist for ZZ Top, recently died on July 28 at the age of 72, according to a report by TMZ.

Gov. Greg Abbott reacted to news of Hill's death on Twitter, writing, "Today we lost a great friend and a remarkable Texan."

Abbott said Hill was truly a music legend.

Hill's surviving bandmates, Billy Gibbons and Frank Beard officially announced the bassist's passing, according to the TMZ report.

According to a Fox News report, Hill reportedly died at his Houston home after battling a health issue linked to a hip condition.

"We are saddened by the news today that our Compadre, Dusty Hill, has passed away in his sleep at home in Houston, Texas," the bandmates said in a statement to TMZ. "We, along with legions of ZZ Top fans around the world, will miss your steadfast presence, your good nature and enduring commitment to providing that monumental bottom to the 'Top.'"

According to Fox News, Kid Rock, whose actual name is Robert James Ritchie, went to Instagram to pay tribute to the late icon and express his sympathies.

"I loved Dusty Hill first as a player, singer, songwriter and performer," Ritchie said. "I was privileged to also call him a friend. I will forever cherish our time on the road and on stage together."

Hill, who was born in Dallas, was a founding member of ZZ Top, performing as lead bassist and secondary lead singer since the band's inception in 1969.

He began his musical career in high school by playing the cello. Hill later performed with local bands such as the Warlocks, the Cellar Dwellers and American Blues with his brother Rocky and fellow band member, Frank Beard.

Several music organizations have honored ZZ Top and the band was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2004.

Additionally, ZZ Top has achieved significant financial successes, with many of its albums reaching gold, platinum, multi-platinum and even diamond status, notably 1983's "Eliminator."