Country music legend Loretta Lynn died on Tuesday, October 4th. The “Coal Miner’s Princess” singer was born in 1932 and spent six decades in the music industry before passing away at the age of 90.
Inside statement posted on his social media accounts, his family explained that he died peacefully in his sleep on his farm in Tennessee. Although the family wishes to grieve privately at this time, plans for a memorial service will be announced in the near future.
Many famous fans and friends, especially those in the country music community, took to social media to pay tribute to the late singer, including actress Sissy Spacek, who won an Academy Award and a Golden Globe for her portrayal of the country singer in the 1980 film about her life.
Sissy Spacey Hails Loretta Lynn As ‘Resilient Country Music Pioneer’
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In 1976, Loretta Lynn’s biography, “The Coal Miner’s Princess,” was a national bestseller. By 1980, the book had been turned into a 1980 biopic that shared the same time. Lynn handpicked the “Carrie” actress to play her in the film, and the two became lifelong friends.
In a statement given to Deadline, the 72-year-old actress said, “Today is a sad day. The world lost a great man. Loretta Lynn is a great artist, a strong and resilient country music pioneer and a treasured friend. I’m heartbroken. I send my deepest sympathies to his wonderful family, friends, and loyal fans.”
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MEGAAlthough Lynn was set on Spacek from the start, the “Badlands” actor was anxious to take on the challenging role. While he was still figuring it out, Lynn appeared on “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson” and told the world, “Sissy Spacek is going to play me.” After that, Spacek had no choice but to follow suit.
In his 2012 memoir, “My Extraordinary Ordinary Life,” Spacek detailed how much work he put into preparing for the role, including trying to imitate Lynn’s Appalachian accent, her speech patterns and her iconic singing style. Lynn wanted Spacek to sing in the film and helped him model his guitar playing as well.
Sissy Spacek is not alone in paying tribute to the late country music singer. Many country musicians took to social media to pay tribute to Loretta Lynn as well.
Billy Ray Cyrus, Dolly Parton and More Pay Tribute to Late Country Music Legends
Celebrating the life of Loretta Lynn. One of my highest honors was being joined by him and George Jones on a song I wrote called “Country Music Has The Blues”. He gave me this beautiful gift that day. #lorettalynn pic.twitter.com/xUF4IVQMKe
— Billy Ray Cyrus (@billyraycyrus) October 4, 2022
“Achy Breaky Heart” singer Billy Ray Cyrus tweeted, “Celebrating Loretta Lynn’s life. One of my highest honors was being joined by her and George Jones on a song I wrote called ‘Country Music Has The Blues’. She gave me a wonderful gift this on that day.”
— Dolly Parton (@DollyParton) October 4, 2022
“9 to 5” singer Dolly Parton shared a brief statement that also expressed her condolences.
“So sorry to hear about my sister, Loretta’s friend. We were like brothers the whole year we were in Nashville and he’s a great human being, an incredible talent, has millions of fans and I’m one of them.”
“I miss him as much as we all will,” he concluded. “May he rest in peace.”
Sad to hear of his passing@LorettaLynn. He has always been an inspiration to those of us who grew up listening to and loving real country music. His kindness, strength and devotion to country music and his fans will be greatly missed. They don’t make them like him anymore. pic.twitter.com/mkSGLqM7u0
— Travis Tritt (@Travistritt) October 4, 2022
“Help Me Hold On” singer Travis Tritt tweeted, So sad to hear of his passing@LorettaLynn. He has always been an inspiration to those of us who grew up listening to and loving real country music. His kindness, strength and devotion to country music and his fans will be greatly missed. They don’t make them like him anymore.”
Bad news on the death of Loretta Lynn… Prayers to her family.
— Blake Shelton (@blakeshelton) October 4, 2022
“Some Beach” singer Blake Shelton tweeted, “Terrible news about the death of Loretta Lynn… Prayers for her family.”
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