Marc Bolan (September 13, 1979) – “Grabräuber bei Marc Bolan” – Bravo Magazine
This Bravo magazine feature from September 13 1979 marks the second anniversary of Marc Bolan’s passing, exploring the aftermath of his passing and the continuing fascination surrounding his legacy. The article’s striking headline, “Grabräuber bei Marc Bolan” (“Grave Robbers at Marc Bolan’s Grave”), reflects the controversy and emotion that followed the star’s untimely passing.
Publication: Bravo
Date: September 13 1979
Country: Germany
The article discusses the renewed public attention on Bolan’s grave two years after his fatal car crash in 1977.
It describes fan pilgrimages, media speculation, and the enduring devotion of admirers who continued to visit the site. The piece also references Bolan’s partnership with Mickey Finn, his fellow T. Rex musician, noting Finn’s own passing and the shared musical history between the two.
The accompanying photographs include portraits of Bolan and Finn, a live performance shot, a personal image showing Bolan with family, and a floral tribute at his resting place.
CONTEXT AND NOTES
By 1979, Marc Bolan’s influence on glam rock and pop culture remained strong across Europe.
Bravo’s coverage reflects both the fascination and mythologizing of Bolan’s life and death, portraying him as a figure whose charisma and creativity continued to captivate fans long after his passing.
The article’s tone mixes reverence with tabloid intrigue, typical of late‑1970s celebrity memorial reporting.
FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Second anniversary of Marc Bolan’s death
Era: 1979 – Post‑T. Rex Memorial Period
Tone: Reflective and sensational Photography: Black‑and‑white portraits of Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn, live performance images, family photo, and floral memorial scene
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