By MarkGray
6:02 a.m. PDT, Oct. 5, 2022
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Loretta Lynn, an icon commonly referred to as the first lady of country music, has passed away. She was 90 years old. Over the course of her six-decade career, the “Coal Miner’s Daughter” singer has racked up 24 No. 1 songs and 11 No. 1 albums. “Our precious mother, Loretta Lynn, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on her beloved ranch in Hurricane Mills this morning, October 4th [Tennessee]’ her family said in a statement. Loretta broke down barriers for female artists and her music is forever woven into the fabric of country music. Following her death, many in the country music and entertainment world mourned and publicly paid tribute to the deceased. great Loretta Lynn.
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“Mom and Loretta Lynn were four years apart, Mom was the eldest. They always reminded me a lot of each other. Strong women who loved their children and were fiercely loyal. Now they’re both in heaven to join us and talk about how they grew up, how different country music is now than it was when they were young. Of course I feel good that Mom went first so she could welcome Loretta to the Roarers of Heaven! I always have and I will always love Loretta. She was always so nice to me. I really appreciate her paving the way for us singers, which was bumpy and rocky.” -Reba McEntire
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“RIP Miss Loretta. I find it very difficult to put into words your beautiful soul, your talent and your friendship now… so I will use the ones you have said to me and so many others, so many times… ‘I love you darling'” -kids skirt
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“The first time I met Loretta Lynn was early in my career at the Grand Ole Opry. I was talking to another artist in the corner and someone walked up behind me and slapped my butt! I turned and there she was…in a big sparkly dress…laughing as she continued down the hall at what she had just done…This is one of my favorite stories to tell. I think she sums up her personality pretty well. She was a cantankerous little gun…friendly and sweet…not afraid to be herself and speak her mind. Over the years I’ve had the privilege of singing for her… and with her… at some of the most special moments of my career. She will be greatly missed…but her legacy lives on in those of us she influenced. I am truly grateful to have known such an amazing woman and artist. Thank you Loretta for showing us how to do it. May you rest in peace the arms of Jesus and add your heavenly voice to the angelic choir. Love you!” -Carrie Underwood
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“We will surely miss @LorettaLynn. What an amazing woman and so incredibly talented. Very grateful that she shared this with all of us fans. God bless the whole family. Rest in peace Loretta. See you soon.” – George Strait
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“I am so heartbroken to hear of Loretta’s death. She was so nice to me and she paved so many avenues for us girls in country music. Thanks for all the songs. Miss you. Fly high” – Miranda Lambert
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“Terrifying news of the death of Loretta Lynn…prayers to her family.” -Blake Shelton
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“I’m always so flattered to be called ‘pioneer,’ it’s the word that puts me in the company of incredible artists like Dolly, Tammy and just like Loretta… I knew that when Loretta came to Nashville in the ’60s came there were hardly any women in country music, in the ’70s, because of women like Loretta, the market changed – that’s when women started selling records, that’s when women started being played on the radio – that’s why I’m even got up a chance! Loretta was an honest and authentic songwriter, proud of her working class heritage, proud of her Native American heritage, proud to be a woman, and she had a wicked sense of humor about it all! Her musical legacy is more important than will ever be given credit for. There’s no Shania Twain without Loretta Lynn (and everyone who came before her) – constantly kicking in the door and finding humor in the process! RIP Loretta” – Shania Twain
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“Pioneer. Queen. Wife. Mother. Girlfriend. The mark you left in this world will live on forever. Miss Loretta, I will miss you. Strength of family and everyone you love.” —Trisha Yearwood
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“There was no one like Loretta. She was a pioneer for the genre and a role model for so many young women… Including my wife and our daughters. We send our love to her family and all who are grieving today. @LorettaLynn” – Tim McGraw
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“Oh sweet Loretta Lynn… what a life! what an icon! what a trailblazer! what a beautiful soul! May she rest peacefully with the angels. My heart is with her family and friends. #lorettalynn #riplorettalynn,” LeAnn Rimes tweeted. She added, “Loretta Lynn paved the way for so many of us women in country music. What a legacy she leaves behind.”
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“Lorette. [Broken heart emoji]”—Kacey Musgraves
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“RIP #LorettaLynn – the Queen of Country. It was a total honor to have her on #WWHL years ago. What an iconic and lovely person.” – Andy Cohen
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“She was an iconic legend and did things the way she wanted to. I am so blessed to call her friend. I already miss you Loretta. I love you. –Darius Rucker
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“Loretta Lynn gave me this ring many moons ago and I’ve treasured it ever since. Rest in peace. We will all miss you so much” – Brooke Shields
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“Goodbye to another dear friend, @lorettalynnofficial. She was the reason I fell in love with #countrymusic. When I was 13, she said to me, ‘Never stop singing!’ Heaven definitely got a true angel in this Honky Tonk Girl! #RIP #icon #lorettalynn” – Marie Osmond
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“Loretta Lynn The poet who could contextualize her life has yet to be born. I will cherish the memories of the times I was in her presence. Rest in peace darling” – Trace Adkins
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“Celebrating the life of Loretta Lynn. One of my greatest honors was her and George Jones getting together on a song I wrote called ‘Country Music Has The Blues’. She gave me this wonderful gift that day .#lorettalynn” – Billy Ray Cyrus
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“I’m glad she’s been able to share her wisdom and talent with the world for so long. We will miss you. RIP Loretta Lynn” – Lynda Carter
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“Loretta Lynn has made a tremendous contribution to the country music world. We all adored and loved her.” —Barbara Mandrel
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“‘Sweet Loretta’…The words legend and icon are overused in this business…not in Loretta’s case.” -Brooks & Dunn
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“She paved the way for so many in country music.” – Bobby Bones
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“So sad to hear that” -Katie Couric
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“She showed us all how to tell the truth without compromise. One of the biggest there will ever be. I’m going to sing ‘Dear Miss Loretta’ with a little more love tonight at @opry ♥️. Now she really is a Honky Tonk Angel” -Carly Pearce
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“The world lost two queens in a month. RIP #lorettalynn” —Rob Thomas
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“Rest in Power Sweet Angel” – Mickey Guyton
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“She was an inspiration. I loved racing on their ranch growing up.” —Tyler Hubbard
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“I am heartbroken to hear of Loretta’s death. It’s been a part of my musical life since I was born. My mom was a fan and listened to her music while carrying me. In fact, if I had been born a girl, my mother would have named me Loretta Lynn. God bless you, Miss Loretta.” —Tracy Lawrence
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“So sad to hear of the passing of @LorettaLynn. She’s always been an inspiration to those of us who grew up listening to and loved true country music. Her kindness, strength and dedication to country music and her fans will be deeply missed. She doesn’t make her like her anymore.” -Travis Tritt
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“The death of Loretta Lynn hits the news hard. your impressive music. your wild spirit. A storyteller who used songs to channel an America that is fast disappearing. She was a miner’s daughter, sparkling like a diamond—brilliant, unbreakable, and radiant.” – Dan Eher
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“RIP to an American Icon” – Richard Marx
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“RIP icon Loretta Lynn! Your story and immense talent have inspired me. Have a good rest” – Viola Davis
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“She was an inspiration. RIP Loretta Lynn” – Carole King
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“There are not enough words to thank you @LorettaLynn for paving a path for women in the country to ride. Your songs and stories will be with us forever. Rest In Peace” – Ingrid Andress
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“Oh man. Rest in strength, Loretta Lynn. We will miss you.” —Rosanne Cash
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“Rest In Peace Loretta Lynn, one of the greatest country stars of all time” – Tom Green
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“Rapid rebirth, my friend #LorettaLynn” -KD Lang
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“None of us women in country music could be where we are without her and the paths Loretta Lynn paved. Sending all my love to her family, friends and the whole country music family” -Tenille Arts
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“Very sad news this morning… LORETTA LYNN has gone home… Britain has lost its Queen… now we have lost ours… Rest easy ma’am. They were all loved… #RIPLorretta” – The Oak Ridge Boys
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“I will never forget meeting Loretta Lynn and her home was one of my most memorable and favorite places I have ever visited. She was the friendliest person you have ever met. Rest In Peace” – Zak Bagans
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“Oh no! All legends go to fame” -Yvette Nicole Brown
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“Rest in peace Loretta God bless you.” —Rosanna Arquette