What is doug stegmeyer death?

Doug Stegmeyer was a bass guitarist who played with Billy Joel from 1974 until 1991. He died by suicide on August 25, 1995, at the age of 43, in his Long Island home. His death was caused by a gunshot wound to the head. Stegmeyer had been suffering from depression and substance abuse problems for many years. His death was a shock to his family, friends, and the music community, who remembered him as a gifted musician and a kind and generous person.