The artist’s son confirmed the news on Friday.
Country singer and songwriter known as “The Storyteller” Tom T. Hall has died at 85.
Our family asks for privacy during this difficult time."
One of his best-known songs “Harper Valley P.TA.”
topped the country charts in 1968 when Jeannie C. Riley recorded it.
It’s been covered many times, including byLoretta Lynn.
“I wrote a lot of songs about people I grew up with.
was inspired by someone from his hometown.
He was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2008.
He also became an author, penning poetry, short stories, books about songwriting, and novels.
was Tom T. Hall.
What a gifted literary musical artist he was.
Peace be with all of his friends, family, and admirers today.
Your legacy & songs will live on,“Carly Pearceshared.
“Thank you for all of the music, Tom T. Hall.
We’ll miss you,” read a post on the Grand Ole Opry’s Twitter account.
