"So saddened by the news on #KennyRogers this #SaturdayMorning. We are going to miss you but we are so happy you’re singing with the Angels in heaven. , in 2017, Rogers revealed that he helped McEntire through a dark period of her life when eight members of her band died in a plane crash in 1991. described Rogers as "a joy to be around", noting that the cast loved the singer. May he rest easy.". I see her every year at a big function in Denver … When I see her, she makes me happy, and that's all you can ask.". Gambler. Kenny had a wonderful voice and so many great songs. Gambler, A post shared by Jason Aldean (@jasonaldean) on Mar 21, 2020 at 9:06am PDT. "I just love her," Rogers said about McEntire at the time. "I'm pretty sure he's going to be talking to God some time today, if he ain't already, and he's gonna be asking him to spread some light on lots of this darkness going on here," Parton said. "Today I lost one of my closest friends ," Richie shared on Instagram on Saturday night alongside a series of photos taken of the pair over the years. Rogers "passed away peacefully at home from natural causes under the care of hospice and surrounded by his family," according to a representative for the singer. Rest in peace my friend. #thegambler #ripkennyrogers," said LeAnn Rimes. That man was country to the bone. Rest in peace my friend," she wrote alongside a photo of them together," she wrote. "No one bridged the gap between country and pop more often and better than Kenny Rogers. Speaking to Rare Country, in 2017, Rogers revealed that he helped McEntire through a dark period of her life when eight members of her band died in a plane crash in 1991. "Kenny Rogers & the Rogers family, of which there are many, took me on a camping trip, all of us on horseback when I was 13. "I can't express on Twitter the impact Kenny Rogers the artist and the man had on me. He leaves behind his wife Wanda Miller and his five children: Christopher Cody Rogers, Jordan Edward Rogers, Justin Charles Rogers, Kenny Rogers Jr. and Carole Rogers. Comedian and actor Patton Oswalt, who worked with Rogers on the TV show Reno 911!, described Rogers as "a joy to be around", noting that the cast loved the singer. Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys also expressed his sadness at the news. Singer and close friend Reba McEntire also paid tribute to Rogers with a touching Instagram post. "The country music legend died late Friday night at age 81.Richie and Rogers worked together several times during Rogers' career, most famously on his 1980 hit, "Lady." Andy Cohen has tested positive for coronavirus, The Bachelor US star Colton Underwood tests positive for coronavirus, Celebrities share who they're staying home for amid the coronavirus pandemic, Country music icon Kenny Rogers dies at 81, The alcoholic water trend storming Australia this summer, 7 easy tips to save money on your air conditioning, Three Aussies discuss sex, dating and disability in a world of modern love. Love & Mercy to Kenny's family," he Tweeted. Property News: The Block 2020: Interior experts critique the main bedroom reveals - domain.com.au. His voice has encouraged and inspired so many of us. https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/lionel-richie-kenny-rogers He did so much for me as a young songwriter and we stayed friends for over 30 years. Lionel Richie paid tribute to the late Kenny Rogers during the 'ACM Presents: Our Country' virtual concert 01:47 (CNN) Some of country music's biggest … "So much laughter so many adventures to remember, my heart is broken. "Kenny, Go rest high on that mountain. My prayers go out to Kenny's family.". Dolly Parton, Rogers' 'Islands in the Stream' duet partner, said she was heartbroken to learn of his death on the news, choking up as she held a picture of the two of them together in a video posted to Twitter. Please tell mama and daddy hi for me. Rogers and McEntire enjoyed a close relationship over the years, touring to Australia together in 1998 and working together in the TV movie Luck of the Draw: The Gambler Returns in 1991. A family favourite we played his music constantly," she posted. Can’t wait to see you again one of these days. La Toya Jackson recalled listening to the country star's music only days ago, revealing that his songs are a staple in the Jackson family.

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