Merle Haggard has died after a series of recent health struggles. The legendary singer passed away on April 6, 2016, which was also his 79th birthday.
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Love and prayers for the Haggard family. Merle was a pioneer…a true entertainer…a legend. There will never be another like him.
— Carrie Underwood (@carrieunderwood) April 6, 2016
extremely sad to hear of the passing of one of the greatest of all time Mr. Merle Haggard… https://t.co/hmAlAdA8pl pic.twitter.com/s9VhxkXz57 — Jason Aldean (@Jason_Aldean) April 6, 2016
Hard to believe the news about Merle Haggard. Working with him is something I’ll never forget & will cherish forever pic.twitter.com/XsgqYvbtD5
— Dustin Lynch (@dustinlynch) April 6, 2016
literally just fell to the floor. can’t believe we lost the hag. rip merle haggard — Dierks Bentley (@DierksBentley) April 6, 2016
Merle Haggard
Your name will be honored. Your music celebrated. Your legacy never forgotten. Country music will live on. I’ll be sure of it.— Granger Smith (@GrangerSmith) April 6, 2016
Merle was one of our biggest influences and we are so heartbroken to hear about his passing. RIP to a true legend. pic.twitter.com/519ZS7rEDY — Parmalee (@parmalee) April 6, 2016
You’re flying now. #MerleHaggard https://t.co/n0Oz9Mlueh
— Joe Nichols (@JoeNichols) April 6, 2016
RIP Merle…you paved the way for so many. You had what we all hope for…a voice that matters and survives the ever changing trends. — Kip Moore (@KipMooreMusic) April 6, 2016
There are no words to describe the loss & sorrow felt within all of music with the passing of Merle Haggard. Thank God for his life & songs.
— Brad Paisley (@BradPaisley) April 6, 2016