Gene Odom was Ronnie Van Zant’s close friend, bodyguard, and head of security for Lynyrd Skynyrd. In 1977, he survived the plane crash that killed Ronnie Van Zant and five others—and changed the band forever. But this conversation is about much more than that night. Gene takes us inside his lifelong friendship with Ronnie, the early days of Lynyrd Skynyrd, life on the road, the people and politics surrounding the band, and what happened before and after the crash. He doesn’t hold back as he shares the memories, conflicts, loss, and fallout he witnessed firsthand. This is Gene Odom’s story—in his own words. The views, memories, and opinions shared in this interview are Gene’s own.Footage Notice: All footage was provided directly by Craig Reed and is used in this video with his express permission.
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