Another country legend has passed away. Today, April 6, is Merle Haggard's birthday. However, now according to multiple sources, he has passed away at the age of 79 on his birthday.
The Grand Ole Opry has released footage of Merle Haggard's final performance on the hallowed stage. Haggard sang "I Think I'll Just Stay Here and Drink" in his last Opry show on Oct. 17, 2015.
There are many reasons why Merle Haggard will always be a legend. One big reason in particular is the impact that he had on the others in the genre. The entire country world is grieving the loss of "The Hag" today. Now, they've taken to twitter to express their grief of his passing.
Merle Haggard's son, Ben Haggard, has posted to social media in the wake of his father's passing, revealing that the country icon eerily predicted the date of his own death.
Merle Haggard's health has forced him to cancel several tour dates this year. The singer was hospitalized last month for double pneumonia, and in a new interview with Garden & Gun Magazine, he reveals that his family wants him to quit touring.
Country legend Merle Haggard has canceled the remainder of his tour dates in February due to ongoing concerns with his health after a recent bout of pneumonia. The performances include a Feb. 3 show with Kris Kristofferson in Beverly Hills and five additional dates.
Merle Haggard had fans worried last week when he postponed several tour dates due to an 11-day hospital stay due to a battle with pneumonia. Even the singer admits that he's "really lucky to be alive."