Mel Tillis
1932–2017 (age 85)
Country music singer-songwriter
Biography
Mel Tillis (1932-2017) rose from humble beginnings to become one of country music’s most beloved singer-songwriters, winning fans with his smooth voice and deeply felt lyrics despite a lifelong speech impediment.
He mentored countless artists, penned enduring hits, and remained a gracious ambassador of the genre, leaving a wide-reaching legacy of music and kindness.