Harold Reid, member of the Statler Brothers, dies at 80 after battling kidney failure. Country Music Hall of Famer Harold Reid, founding member of the Statler Brothers, died at his home Friday evening. His death was confirmed by his nephew Langdon Reid, the son of Statler Don Reid.

How many of the Statler Brothers are still alive?

Balsley and Don Reid continue to reside in Staunton, as did Harold Reid until his death in April 2020; Fortune, though, relocated to Nashville, where he continues his music career as a solo artist, having released three albums under his own name.

What happened to the original Statler Brothers?

The Statler Brothers finished a final tour and retired from performing as a group with a final show on October 26, 2002. Jimmy Fortune continues to tour and record as a solo act. Harold, Don, and Phil are home in their beloved Staunton, Virginia.

What Statler brother died this year?

Harold Reid, whose resonant bass, comic touch and business acumen helped make the Statler Brothers a top-grossing touring act and a steady presence on the country music charts for decades, died on Friday at his home in Staunton, Va. He was 80. His nephew Langdon Reid said the cause was kidney failure.

Which Statler brother just died?

Harold Reid, member of the Statler Brothers, dies at 80 after battling kidney failure. Country Music Hall of Famer Harold Reid, founding member of the Statler Brothers, died at his home Friday evening. His death was confirmed by his nephew Langdon Reid, the son of Statler Don Reid.

The Statler Brothers' Harold Reid Dies at Age 80

When did Harold Reid of the Statler Brothers pass away?

Harold Reid, who sang bass for the Grammy-winning country group the Statler Brothers, died April 24 in Staunton, Va. He was 80.

When did Jimmy Fortune leave the Statler Brothers?

After the Statler Brothers retired on October 26, 2002, Jimmy seized the opportunity to launch a solo career to share new music with his fans.

Who write name on a wall?

Charlottesville resident John Rimel is seeing a resurgence of “More Than a Name on a Wall,” a song about the Vietnam Veterans Memorial that he co-wrote 20 years ago with Jimmy Fortune. It was after midnight when Jimmy Fortune and John Rimel started writing the song “More Than a Name on a Wall.”

Are the Oak Ridge Boys still alive?

The Oak Ridge Boys haven't been boys for a very long time, but that isn't stopping the vocal quartet from soldiering on as one of country music's steadfast superpowers. ... All beyond age 70, some with grandchildren and great-grandchildren, the singers remain together, still devoted to creating music and performing.

When did Nina and Jimmy get married?

Diving into his love life, Jimmy is married to Nina Fortune. The happy couple tied the knot on 10th October 1998.

What is wrong with Jimmy Fortune's son?

Most of you know Jimmy's son, Jimmy Jr, or as we call him, Little Jimmy. Little Jimmy was born with spina bifida and in the last year has suffered with bone infections in his hip and right leg. The doctors, and Little Jimmy, have decided the best route now is to amputate his right leg. ...

Who is the lady that sings with Jimmy Fortune?

Sydni Perry began singing with her family bluegrass band when she was eight years old.

Are any of the Statler Brothers really brothers?

Only two of The Statler Brothers were actual siblings: Reid and younger brother Don Reid (now 74). Phil Balsley and Lew DeWitt rounded out the quartet. Due to illness, DeWitt was replaced by Jimmy Fortune in 1982.

What was the Statler Brothers number one song?

Although they never made top 40 on the pop charts again, The Statler Brothers continued to chart on Hot Country Songs until 1990, reaching number one with "Do You Know You Are My Sunshine" in 1978, "Elizabeth" in 1984, and "My Only Love" and "Too Much on My Heart," both in 1985.

Is Jimmy Fortune his real name?

Jimmy Fortune (born March 11, 1955) is an American country music singer from Nelson County, Virginia. Fortune sang tenor for The Statler Brothers for 21 years, and wrote the song "Elizabeth" for the group.

What is wrong with Bradley Walker?

Bradley Walker is a native of Athens, Alabama. He was born with muscular dystrophy, and has been in a wheelchair all his life.