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Country legend Kris Kristofferson dies aged 88

Country legend Kris Kristofferson dies aged 88

‘When you see a rainbow, know he’s smiling down on us all’ Country music legend and actor Kris Kristofferson has died at the age of 88, it has been announced. A representative announced he had passed away “peacefully” on Saturday at his home in Hawaii, surrounded by family. The statement said Kristofferson was a “peacenik, […]

1 year ago

Country music legend Toby Keith dies aged 62

Country music legend Toby Keith dies aged 62

Devastating news just in. Country music singer Toby Keith has died aged 62, according to a statement on his website. The statement read: “Toby Keith passed away peacefully last night on February 5th, surrounded by his family. “He fought his fight with grace and courage. Please respect the privacy of his family at this time.” https://www.instagram.com/p/C2_8_pvuiko/ Country […]

2 years ago

The Late Late Country Music Special returns to screens this week

The Late Late Country Music Special returns to screens this week

It will be the last with Tubridy at the helm. The Late Late Show is telling viewers to dust off their cowboy boots as The Late Late Country Music Special returns to screens this week. Back in full for the first time since 2019, host Ryan Tubridy will be joined by the best of the […]

3 years ago

Country singer Jake Flint, 37, dies in his sleep just hours after his wedding

Country singer Jake Flint, 37, dies in his sleep just hours after his wedding

“People aren’t meant to feel this much pain”, his wife wrote on Facebook. US country music singer Jake Flint died suddenly at the age of 37 shortly after his wedding on Saturday (26 November), his publicist has confirmed. Flint died in his sleep shortly after he exchanged vows with Brenda Flint. The cause of death […]

3 years ago

The Late Late Show is looking to crown Ireland’s newest country music star

The Late Late Show is looking to crown Ireland’s newest country music star

Do you have what it takes? If you’ve ever wanted to be the next Daniel O’Donnell, follow in the footsteps of Cliona Hagan or actually play the Croke Park residency that Garth Brooks never got to enjoy, a new competition from The Late Late Show is for you. Ryan Tubridy, who made the announcement alongside […]

7 years ago