A towering figure in Malagasy death metal, Bob Samar made significant contributions to Madagascar's rock scene. The legend has passed away: Bon Samar died yesterday, according to an announcement quickly shared by his peers across social media. Although his wife announced two days ago that he had finally returned home after his hospital stay, the images were quite distressing. It goes without saying that in the eternal struggle of artists against illness, the number of fundraising appeals concerning comedians, singers, writers, and others would fill a four-page list within a decade. In any case, Malagasy rock as a whole loses one of its pillars. For now, the family's plans for what comes next and the funeral arrangements remain to be clarified. Tributes from his peers, particularly from the younger generation, are pouring in on social media. His studio, "Samar Studio," is considered a heritage site of Tananarive's metal scene.