Loretta Lynn Fans Heartbroken as Country Music Legend Dies at 90
"Singing with the Angels..."
— Loretta Lynn (@LorettaLynn) October 4, 2022
"Praying for all of you. She was a true heroine and country music icon. We were all so blessed to hear her music and live in the same time as her. It's such a blessing to know that she is singing with the angels and Jesus," a fan tweeted to Lynn's family.
prevnext"Nothing but Respect"
Throughout her career, Loretta Lynn had 14 songs including “The Pill” banned from the radio for being too controversial for the traditionally conservative genre.
— Eric Alper 🎧 (@ThatEricAlper) October 4, 2022
Absolute legend. pic.twitter.com/G83F40HJru
"There will never be another generation like the one Loretta was a tremendous part of in country music," someone wrote. "Nothing but respect."
prevnext"Completely Heartbroken"
RIP Loretta Lynn
One of the very best to ever do it.
— Mick Foley (@RealMickFoley) October 4, 2022
I love all the hits, but the entire “Van Lear Rose” from 2004 is my favorite. The title song gets me every single time. pic.twitter.com/GzcaUJTneq
"Completely heartbroken to hear the news about country legend Loretta Lynn. The world has lost another legend," offered singer Cathy Maguire. "May God give you the finest bed in Heaven, Miss Loretta. An absolute lady and true professional right to the end."
prevnext"Rest Easy"
"Well Portland Oregon, and sloe gin fizz. If that ain't love, then tell me what is?" https://t.co/ZH4CnBzp0W
— Adam Conover (@adamconover) October 4, 2022
"R.I.P to one of the most influential coal minor daughters there was," a fan lamented. "You did amazing in this lifetime. Gave us great music and served under the light of God. You can rest easy Mrs. Loretta Lynn."
prevnext"Trailblazer"
We are saddened to hear of the passing of country music legend and superstar, Loretta Lynn. Our hearts are with her family and all of her fans at this time. ❤️❤️ pic.twitter.com/6J1wJqSMl0
— RODEOHOUSTON (@RODEOHOUSTON) October 4, 2022
"I'm sorry to hear about Loretta Lynn's passing. She was such a big part of the fabric of country music," another Twitter user shared. "For the time she was such a trailblazer singing about cheating men and women's issues. I was grateful that I got to see her perform and briefly meet her."
prevnext"Farewell"
Loretta Lynn’s music will forever be part of our collective cultural history. Some of her music incl manuscripts are part of the @librarycongress collection. She gave voice to a generation and was truly one of the queens of country music. https://t.co/mVmVzfbbUq
— Carla Hayden (@LibnOfCongress) October 4, 2022
"...and a farewell to Loretta Lynn," someone tweeted. "I waved at her tour bus as it passed through Iowa City once. Got a honk back from the driver. I'm not big on country music, but I recognize her talent, dedication and determination. May her memory live on as she rests in peace."
prevnext"Fond Memories"
Oh man, another legend gone 💔 https://t.co/gnbnly4HOs
— Brittany Knupper (@BrittanyKnupper) October 4, 2022
"An icon," one person tweeted in reply to a news article about Lynn's passing. "She was my Mom's favourite female singer. Grew up listening to her. Thanks for the fond memories your music brought to many Loretta."
prevnext"My Hero"
Today, all of Kentucky mourns the loss of our very own Loretta Lynn. She was a legend who blazed a trail in country music while telling the stories of Appalachia and Kentucky. She will be greatly missed, but her words and impact will live on forever. ^AB
— Governor Andy Beshear (@GovAndyBeshear) October 4, 2022
"Oh my my Loretta Lynn. Thats my hero right there," a final fan tweeted. "God bless her and rest her soul she taught me to love where I came from. I love you forever coal miner's daughter."
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