Kenny Rogers' Death Mourned Across the Country Music World
03/21/2020 04:47 pm EDT
Blake Shelton
Blake Shelton is a modern country music heavyweight and reality TV staple as a coach on The Voice. However, he may not have gotten to where he is today with the influence of Rogers, with Shelton himself noting "The Gambler" had an enormous impact on him.
Bobby Bones
Bobby Bones, Dancing With the Stars winner and host of The Bobby Bones Show, shared the above footage of his first interview with Rogers. He also noted their "friendly relationship" they kept afterwards, as well.
"RIP Kenny . This was many years ago . The first time we met. On the radio show," Bones wrote. "For years after that, we maintained a friendly relationship off the air too."
LeeAnn Rimes
LeAnn Rimes was one of the first to sound off on Rogers' death overnight, not long after his death was made public. She noted the "We've Got Tonight" singer's legendary status.
John Rich
John Rich, one half of Big & Rich, looked back on his time working with Rogers and also called him a generation-defining artist.
Charlie Daniels
The Charlie Daniels Band's leader was also among the country legends paying tribute to their peer. Daniels shared an eloquent note about how deeply Rogers' songs are embeded in people's lives.
Wynonna
Wynonna was another country giant who shared tributes to Rogers, noting how nice the star had been to her over the years. She accompanied her message with a photo alongside Rogers and Lionel Richie.
Jake Owen
One of country's current stars, Jake Owen, shared some kind words about Rogers, noting he woke up to the sad news. He praised "The Gambler" for having "a voice like no other."
Dolly Parton
As of this writing, Rogers' longtime friend and collaborator Dolly Parton is the latest to speak out on the news, posting a short text note along with a video addressing the passing. The pair shared the stage countless times and sang "Islands in the Stream" together, with their recording of the song now known as one of the greatest duets of all time.
"I loved Kenny with all my heart," she said before tearing up. "My heart is broken, and a big old chunk of it has gone with him today."
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