Despite an online death hoax spreading throughout the internet, it appears Alan Jackson is still alive and living the “honky-tonk dream.”
On Wednesday (Nov. 16), a questionable news site called FNews2 tweeted a rumor that Jackson had died at the age of 64, along with a picture depicting the “Chattahoochee” singer in a frame surrounded by candles and red roses.
Following the website’s announcement of Jackson’s alleged funeral, the death rumor began to spread over social media platforms such as WhatsApp, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and others.
FNews2 does not appear to be a reliable news source because it frequently posts false news of famous actors and musicians such as Bruce Willis, Denzel Washington, Mick Jagger, Dolly Parton, and others.
Alan Jackson’s staff has been contacted for comment, but they have yet to react.
While Jackson and his staff have yet to publicly address the death rumors, they appear to have alluded to it in his most recent Instagram post, which includes a clip of the country icon’s recent CMA Awards victory speech.
“Y’all, I’m still living the honky-tonk dream!” The video was captioned by Jackson.
Jackson had a “magical night” at the 56th Annual CMA Awards, where he was presented with the CMA Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award and honored with a star-studded tribute performance from Carrie Underwood, Jon Pardi, Lainey Wilson, and Dierks Bentley one week before the death rumors circulated online.
The next day, the Georgia native tweeted a selfie with his family on his tour bus backstage at the prestigious awards presentation, which included his wife, Denise, and their three children, Mattie, Alexandra, and Dani.
“What a fantastic night with family, friends, and fans at the @CMA Awards.” “#CMAAwards,” Jackson captioned his Instagram image.
Mattie Jackson Selecman, Jackson’s oldest daughter, also uploaded a number of images from the evening on social media, along with a touching message of congratulations to her father.
“I can’t tell you how many times I’ve seen Dad perform.” Selecman began, “32 years of award shows, a couple White House trips, backstages and sound booths, you name it.” “But in the last few years, I’ve begun to notice that other people – all the fans and other very successful musicians – are also watching him.”
Mattie went on to say how much it meant to her to see how her father’s music and career had influenced others.
“The amazement, admiration, and pure joy in their eyes as they watch Dad is exactly how he used to watch George, Hank, and Loretta.” “Whether he likes it or not, the lanky blond cowboy from Georgia is now a legend to all who come after him,” Mattie continued.
“You popularized ragged jeans and mustaches. You’ve always solicited our feedback and incorporated us into your songs. You’ve given away more of what you’ve earned than most people will ever know.”
“You’ve given the world hope in times of crisis, and reminded us what true living and true love are. Congratulations on receiving the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award from the Country Music Association. Dado, we love you very much! Well earned!”
Jackson and his family later gathered for an engagement party to celebrate Mattie’s recent engagement. They want to marry in six months, according to her post.
Alan Jackson just finished his Last Call: One More For The Road Tour, which visited 30 cities across the United States earlier this year.
Jackson’s first major tour since being diagnosed with Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) illness in the fall of 2021.
“I’ve always respected my heroes like George Jones, Merle Haggard, Loretta Lynn, and Charley Pride who basically played as much as they could, as long as they could,” Jackson previously stated.
“I’ve always thought I’d like to do that, and I’d like to do it as long as my health allows,” he said, smiling, adding, “I’ll try to do as much as I can, but if I’m comin’ your way, come see me…”
