Profile: Country music pioneer Chet Atkins dies at the age of 77BOB EDWARDS
Sometimes a polarizing figure in country music, the 6-foot-4 Keith broke out in the country boom years of the 1990s, crafting an identity around his macho, pro-American swagger and writing songs that fans loved to hear. During the course of his career, he publicly clashed with other celebr...
Country Music Star Toby Keith Dies of Cancer at 62 More By Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter HealthDay TUESDAY, Feb. 6, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Country singer Toby Keith, best known for chart-topping hits like "Who’s Your Daddy?” and “Made in America," has died at 62 from stomach...
“He could dig for the simple truth of a character,” said John Sayles, who directed him as a ruthless lawman in “Lone Star.” Just as important, “Kris Kristofferson knows how to wear the boots.” Beset with health problems, Kristofferson died at his home in Maui, Hawaii, on S...
Keith Whitley, who battled a drinking problem while becoming one of the brightest young stars in country music, was found dead at his home here Tuesday of accidental acute alcohol poisoning, officials said.
Country legend Kenny Rogers passed away at the age of 81. Rogers, best known for his song “The Gambler,” sold tens of millions of records and won three Grammys during his 60-year career. His family said they would hold a private service out of a concer
Toby Keith, the country music star, died at the age of 62. He was diagnosed with stomach cancer in 2022.
Kris Kristofferson, a Rhodes scholar who rose to fame as a country music superstar and Hollywood actor, has died at 88. Kristofferson passed away peacefully at his home in Maui, Hawaii, on Saturday,…
Country music star Loretta Lynn has died at the age of 90. Her family said she passed away at her "beloved ranch in Hurricane Mills" in Tennessee. "Our precious mom, Loretta Lynn, passed away peacefully this morning, October 4th, in her sleep at home," said a statement. ...
1 of 12 | Country music star Toby Keith has died, aged 62. Keith, who was battling stomach cancer, passed peacefully on Monday surrounded by his family. (Feb. 6) 2 of 12 | FILE - Country music recording artist Toby Keith performs on NBC’s Today show at Rockefeller Plaza on ...