Former U.S. Sen. Alan Simpson, a political legend whose quick wit bridged partisan gaps in the years before today’s political acrimony, has died. He was 93. Simpson died early Friday after struggling to recover from a broken hip in December,

Alan Simpson, a longtime Republican senator from Wyoming who championed bipartisan solutions and steadfastly advocated for a moderate blend of conservatism, has died. He was 93.

A member of the storied Wyoming Simpson family, Alan was known for folksy quips, legislating across the aisle, and a lifelong love affair with his wife of 70 years, Ann.

Former Sen. Alan Simpson was 93 years old. He died on Friday while having issues recovering from a broken hip, an injury he sustained in December, his family said in a statement. Simpson died surrounded by his family and friends, the Buffalo Bill Center of the West, where he served as a board member for 56 years, said in a news release.

Former U.S. Senator and storied politician was known for folksy bon mots, hard-nosed politics and a signature straight-shooting style.

Former U.S. Sen. Alan K. Simpson died early Friday morning at the age of 93, leaving a legacy of a man who transcended Wyoming culture and

Wyo., famous for his quick wit and ability to work across the aisle in Congress, died Friday morning. He was 93 years old.