Country Stars React to the Passing of Kenny Rogers
By Paul Donovan on March 21, 2020
We were so shocked to hear the news of Kenny Rogers. His career spanned DECADES. He was my first concert with my mom at the Lake Charles Civic Center. Dolly Parton just so happened to be with him on the tour. Little did I know then, I’d spend my early career in radio playing their songs. I still laugh thinking about his tossing twenty-dollar bills off the stage the last time I saw him at Fiddler’s Green. Now THAT was funny! And no, I didn’t get one of those! Thanks for the great music Sweet Music Man! – Paul Donovan
The Rogers family is sad to announce that Kenny Rogers passed away last night at 10:25PM at the age of 81. Rogers passed away peacefully at home from natural causes under the care of hospice and surrounded by his family. https://t.co/adxAgiMW2s pic.twitter.com/nggWiiotMT
— Kenny Rogers (@_KennyRogers) March 21, 2020
You never know how much you love somebody until they’re gone. I’ve had so many wonderful years and wonderful times with my friend Kenny, but above all the music and the success I loved him as a wonderful man and a true friend. pic.twitter.com/hIQLIvt8pr
— Dolly Parton (@DollyParton) March 21, 2020
I can’t express on twitter the impact Kenny Rogers the artist and the man had on me. He was always very kind and fun to be around. Rest In Peace Gambler…
— Blake Shelton (@blakeshelton) March 21, 2020
My first concert ever was in Columbia, SC to see Kenny. I was a little boy then and called him “Kidney Rogers!” He was such a force in music period, not just country. He will be missed and I am grateful for his body of work. pic.twitter.com/8Of5HUxSFh
— Josh Turner (@joshturnermusic) March 21, 2020
For Mr. Rogers- thank you for your music, may you rest well 🤍 // @Morgan_Evans pic.twitter.com/3oFFROax6r
— Kelsea Ballerini (@KelseaBallerini) March 21, 2020
What an amazing journey Kenny Rogers had. I had the pleasure of visiting with him several times over the years. He was always very gracious to me. His music touched me from an early age.
— Tracy Lawrence (@tracy_lawrence) March 21, 2020
No one bridged the gap between country and pop more often and better than Kenny Rogers. He will be missed, but his music and diverse style of story telling will live on forever. pic.twitter.com/J1V2dyRjm7
— Billy Ray Cyrus (@billyraycyrus) March 21, 2020
Lil tribute to The Gambler @_KennyRogers … one of my favorite songs ever. pic.twitter.com/Y9JmILrjG8
— Jake Owen (@jakeowen) March 21, 2020
Today country music lost a legend. I had the honor of singing with @_KennyRogers at the 2013 CMA’s. Just watch everybody singing along in the audience. What joy he brought to the world. pic.twitter.com/J9lFOsbVfy
— Jennifer Nettles (@JenniferNettles) March 21, 2020
Just woke up to this news… #RIPKennyRogers https://t.co/NvSj6418c5
— ChrisYoungMusic (@ChrisYoungMusic) March 21, 2020
I’m going to miss my sweet friend that I’ve known through the years. I love you Kenny! ❤️🎶❤️ #KennyRogers pic.twitter.com/zn4MKKY5Bt
— Crystal Gayle (@TheCrystalGayle) March 21, 2020
I’m very sad to learn that @_KennyRogers has passed away. Kenny was a friend who helped me in so many ways early on. He was always funny, kind and full of advice. Kenny’s legacy of great music will live on forever. My deepest condolences to Wanda & family. #RIPKennyRogers pic.twitter.com/lZo6XI3yma
— Travis Tritt (@Travistritt) March 21, 2020
Kenny Rogers – If I Were You (with Travis Tritt) – YouTube https://t.co/yMvnN8yuYU
— Travis Tritt (@Travistritt) March 21, 2020
Low quality clip, high quality man. Your music will live on forever @_kennyrogers! #TheGambler #CMAfest @countrymusic pic.twitter.com/zIewWLJzwy
— Zac Brown Band (@zacbrownband) March 21, 2020
So sad to hear the news of @_KennyRogers passing. Love and prayers to his family. #Gambler #SoManyMemories pic.twitter.com/tTTFBy6MRi
— Bellamy Brothers (@BellamyBrothers) March 21, 2020
One of the greatest examples of integrity I have ever known. @_KennyRogers was always so very kind to me. Wow. Life is so bittersweet… pic.twitter.com/k9zPh3Ov80
— Wynonna (@Wynonna) March 21, 2020
Thank you Kenny Rogers for being a part of our lives for so long. Your songs are woven into the fabric of our memories, classics, that will live on in the musical heart of a world that will miss you so much.
Rest in peace Gambler— Charlie Daniels (@CharlieDaniels) March 21, 2020
Asleep … when Mary yells “Oh Joseph … Kenny Rogers died”
I am a man of words but right now I have none … I am stunned and heartbroken … I loved this man … #RestinpeaceKennyrogers #SweetMusicMan pic.twitter.com/HqSddlRIJe
— Joe Bonsall (@joebonsall) March 21, 2020
We will miss you @_KennyRogers You are and forever will be quite the legend. #thegambler #ripkennyrogers https://t.co/ur0clc3cHP
— LeAnn Rimes Cibrian (@leannrimes) March 21, 2020
Kenny, Go rest high on that mountain. Please tell mama and daddy hi for me. Thank you for your friendship and your love. We are going to miss you but we are so happy you’re singing with the Angels in heaven. Can’t wait to see you again one of these days. Rest in peace my friend. pic.twitter.com/hCNtBayZ8i
— Reba (@reba) March 21, 2020
and I LOVE this….
