Country music lost another legend.
Jeff Cook, the famed guitarist was a co-founding member of the country band Alabama, alongside his cousins, Randy Owen and Teddy Gentry. He passed away at his beach home in Destin, Florida on Monday, Nov. 7.
The band confirmed the news on Tuesday night. They shared that he died “peacefully” with his family and close friends by his side. He was 73.
Cook was in the Country Music Hall of Fame, Musicians Hall of Fame, and Fiddlers Hall of Fame, as well as being named Gibson’s Guitarist of the Year.
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Jeff Cook, co-founding member of legendary band Alabama and Country Music Hall of Fame member. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and loved ones during this time. pic.twitter.com/JIJJBitTLl
— CMA Country Music (@CountryMusic) November 8, 2022
The 2022 CMA Awards are Wednesday night!
Lainey Wilson leads the way with six nominations, but country stars like Ashley McBryde, Carly Pearce, and Chris Stapleton also show up big!
Miranda Lambert made history with her three nominations, including Album of the Year (Palomino), Entertainer of the Year, and Female Vocalist of the Year. She has racked up a total of 61 career nominations—making her the most nominated female artist in CMA Awards history.
Luke Bryan and NFL quarterback Peyton Manning will co-host the show live from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena at 8/7c on ABC.
Busy tonight? Asking for a friend — or a few 🎤🤠 Watch the #CMAawards LIVE tonight at 8/7c on ABC! Stream next day on Hulu. pic.twitter.com/uwp2dcCIWN
— CMA Country Music (@CountryMusic) November 9, 2022
Three of country’s biggest stars are teaming up for a special tribute to the late, great Loretta Lynn for the opening performance at tonight’s 56th CMA Awards.
Miranda Lambert, Reba McEntire, and Carrie Underwood will grace the stage to honor the Queen of Country, Loretta Lynn.
Thrilled to be part of the #CMAawards opening tribute to Loretta Lynn with Miranda Lambert and Carrie Underwood! Tune in tomorrow night at 8/7c on ABC. pic.twitter.com/GSRjTS8D9w
— Reba McEntire (@reba) November 8, 2022
Also on TV Tonite:
Lainey Wilson will perform on Jimmy Kimmel Live! (11.9) on ABC
Kane Brown’s Live Stream concert on Amazon Music Live (11.9) on Amazon Prime
