"I must now do what's best for all concerned," Smith, who joined the band in 2001, said in a statement shared with PEOPLE Kevork Djansezian/Getty Eagles guitarist ... known for songs such as ...

Smith’s departure marks the end of an era for the Eagles, but his guitar work on songs like “Hotel California” will be remembered forever. Smith’s absence from the Eagles will be filled by Chris Holt, ...

After the legendary rock band took to the stage for their first show at the Las Vegas Sphere earlier this month, fans noticed the group's guitarist, Steuart Smith, was absent. In his place was ...

The sideman who served for 24 years as a co-lead guitarist in the touring version ... of the Eagles as a solo artist, as well. Smith co-wrote six songs on the one full studio album the Eagles ...

The Eagles will fly a little different this year. Guitarist Steuart Smith has announced that he’s retiring from the rock band after 24 years due to his health. “It is with profound regret that ...

Steuart Smith has announced his retirement as the Eagles’ lead guitarist after being diagnosed with Parkinsonism. Smith, 72, served as the band’s touring co-lead guitarist for 24 years ...

The Eagles are flying without touring guitarist Steuart Smith, who is stepping away from the rock band because of health issues. “It is with profound regret that, due to performance issues ...

Eagles guitarist Steuart Smith is retiring from the rock band following a Parkinsonism diagnosis. In a statement shared with PEOPLE, Smith, 72, revealed that he will be leaving the band, known for ...