Here are 6 memorable last concerts by artists like Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash, and Daryle Singletary. George Jones was aware that his concert was his last, while Daryle Singletary was not, adding an eerie touch to the song he performed to close the night.
Following the passing of Merle Haggard, a story circulated about Toby Keith assisting him in exiting the stage gracefully. However, this story turned out to be false. Keith was not present at Haggard's last performance, and the individual who initially spread this misinformation was also not in attendance.
In reality, actor W. Earl Brown was not present at the event where Keith assisted Haggard in finishing. He only found out about it after the fact.
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Taste of Country found a review of what was said to be Haggard's last concert and found a touching moment that deserved just as much recognition as the Toby Keith hero story. This moment is one of six memories from his final concert shared in the video and pictures below.
The final performance by John Denver, the last song by Johnny Cash, and Waylon Jennings' made-for-TV farewell are all part of this emotional video.
We really enjoy the Singletary performance. If you know the song "Old Violin" by Johnny Paycheck, you'll understand the connection. If you're not familiar with it, continue watching to find out.
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