Country Star Lorrie Morgan Mourns Death of Sixth Husband Randy White at 72 After Cancer Battle
- Victor Nwoko
- Jun 2
- 2 min read
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE — Country music icon Lorrie Morgan is grieving the loss of her husband of 17 years, Randy White, who passed away on the morning of June 1 at the age of 72 following a battle with mouth cancer.
Morgan had paused her touring schedule in April to be by White’s side during his fight with the disease. Despite signs of progress shared with fans in December, White’s condition ultimately worsened. The couple had built a blended family that includes six children, fifteen grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.
In a heartfelt tribute posted to her official account, Morgan wrote, “Randy has been my partner and my rock for 17 years. Our big, wonderful family and I are devastated at the loss of this truly kind and incredible man. I was blessed by his love. Ran-Ran, I will love and miss you forever.”
White, a retired Nashville business owner, was known for his quiet strength and dedication to family. He married Morgan in September 2010 and was her sixth husband. Morgan's previous spouses include country stars Keith Whitley, John Randall, and Sammy Kershaw.
Jesse Keith Whitley, Morgan’s son with late singer Keith Whitley, also shared a moving tribute, reflecting on White’s love, faith, and support. “He showed me love and showed me a relationship with Jesus… He has been the best grandfather for my kids they could ever ask for,” Whitley wrote. “We will miss you always and forever and our hearts are shattered in losing you. But you have fought one helluva fight, RanMan! Rest easy.”
Morgan responded to her son's post with, “Love you son.”
Lorrie Morgan, a Grand Ole Opry member, first broke into the country charts in 1979 and rose to fame with three Billboard Country No.1 hits: “Five Minutes,” “What Part Of No,” and “I Didn’t Know My Own Strength.” She is a two-time CMA Award winner and remains a beloved voice in traditional country music.
A statement from Morgan’s publicist requested privacy for the family during this difficult time and expressed appreciation for the prayers and support from fans and friends around the world.
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