The duo’s camp reveals the sad news
Troy Gentry, one half of country hit making duo Montgomery Gentry, has been killed, along with one other person, in a helicopter crash today (Fri, Sept 8th). Lex 18 News in Lexington, KY has reported that Gentry died following a helicopter crash at the Flying W Airport in Medford, N.J. earlier this afternoon. Gentry’s partner, Eddie Montgomery, was waiting at the airport when the chopper crashed and was not on board.
Montgomery Gentry’s Facebook Page confirms the news.
“It is with great sadness that we confirm that Troy Gentry, half of the popular country duo, Montgomery Gentry, was tragically killed in a helicopter crash which took place at approximately 1:00pm today in Medford, New Jersey. The duo was scheduled to perform tonight at the Flying W Airport & Resort in Medford. Troy Gentry was 50 years old.
“Details of the crash are unknown.
“Troy Gentry’s family wishes to acknowledge all of the kind thoughts and prayers, and asks for privacy at this time.”
The duo’s concert tonight at the venue was immediately canceled despite not revealing the identities of those involved. “The Montgomery Gentry concert has been canceled for tonight. Information on refunds will be posted within the next week,” the venue’s Facebook Page reads.
Details are scarce as of press time. However, the South Jersey Courier Post says the Schweitzer 269 “crashed in a wooded area off the end of runway 1,” according to a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) spokesperson. Emergency personnel were on the scene.
WPVI TV in Philadelphia reports, “There was no immediate confirmation on the number or extent of injuries or what may have led to the crash.” However, the FAA is investigating the crash.
More details as they become available. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Gentry, his wife and daughters and Eddie Montgomery.
The duo were working on a new album with Average Joe’s Entertainment. The group charted 20 singles since they hit the scene in 1999. Five of their hits landed at the top of the country charts — “If You Ever Stop Loving Me,” “Something To Be Proud Of,” “Lucky Man,” “Back When I Knew It All” and “Roll With Me.” They were inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 2009 and into the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame in 2015.
The music world is mourning his loss on social media.
My heart goes out to the family and friends of Troy Gentry. We are all incredibly sorry to hear about your loss. Your music will live on!
— Chase Bryant (@chasebryant) September 8, 2017
https://twitter.com/ShooterJennings/status/906244173883478016
So sad to hear the news of Troy Gentry. My prayers are with his family and friends. https://t.co/hhwZoc3TYY
— Sheryl Crow (@SherylCrow) September 8, 2017
I'm in total shock and disbelief over the news that my friend Troy Gentry was just killed in a helicopter crash!!! I just saw him days ago!
— Travis Tritt (@Travistritt) September 8, 2017
Troy Gentry of ‘Montgomery Gentry’ dies in helicopter crash, according to report – https://t.co/gKBWoOgUfY https://t.co/RAF0Vq2dt9
— Travis Tritt (@Travistritt) September 8, 2017
Sad day for country music. Troy Gentry and Don Williams have passed and that makes my heart hurt. Don was my hero and Troy was my friend
— Jake Owen (@jakeowen) September 8, 2017
RIP Troy Gentry. Absolutely tragic. Thoughts + prayers out to his family. 💔
— Dan + Shay (@DanAndShay) September 8, 2017
Sad day in country music. RIP Don Williams and Troy Gentry. Prayers for your families.
— Randy Houser (@RandyHouser) September 8, 2017
RIP Troy Gentry….So heartbroken and speechless. Praying for friends and family 🙏🏼
— Danielle Bradbery (@DBradbery) September 8, 2017
https://twitter.com/leebrice/status/906250332442947586
Just heard about Troy Gentry… I literally have no words. Have known him for years and played so many shows with him and Eddie… #prayers
— ChrisYoungMusic (@ChrisYoungMusic) September 8, 2017
https://www.facebook.com/bradpaisley/posts/10156559211273098
Country music is at loss today. Our prayers are with the families of Don Williams & Troy Gentry. It's a sad day.
— Luke Bryan (@LukeBryanOnline) September 8, 2017
My thoughts and prayers go out to their families, friends and fans. I'll miss them both. https://t.co/fi1rZjPukt
— Reba McEntire (@reba) September 8, 2017
Found this picture of me and my old friend Troy a few days ago.. I am heart broken. pic.twitter.com/J3mT86DIaa
— Blake Shelton (@blakeshelton) September 8, 2017
