Here are 6 memorable last concerts from artists like Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash, and Daryle Singletary. George Jones was aware that his concert would be his last, while Daryle Singletary was not, adding a haunting element to the song he performed to close the evening.
Following Merle Haggard's passing, a false story circulated about Toby Keith assisting him in exiting the stage with dignity during his last performance. However, this account was found to be untrue as Keith was not present at Haggard's final show, and the individual who spread the misinformation was also absent.
In fact, the actor W. Earl Brown was not present at the event where Keith helped Haggard finish. He only found out about it afterwards.
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Taste of Country found a review of Merle Haggard's last concert, highlighting a special moment that deserves more recognition alongside the Toby Keith hero story. This moment is one of six memories from Haggard's final concert, which are shared in the video above and in pictures below.
This video includes John Denver's final performance, Johnny Cash's last song, and Waylon Jennings' farewell performance made for television.
We really enjoy the Singletary performance. If you know the song "Old Violin" by Johnny Paycheck, you'll understand the emotion he put into it. If you're not familiar with the song, make sure to continue watching.
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