Charlie Daniels dies from stroke at age 83

Published



One of the biggest stars in country music is dead at the age of 83.

Charlie Daniels, best known for “The Devil Went Down to Georgia,” died after suffering a hemorrhagic stroke on Monday morning, according to publicist Don Grubbs. Daniels is survived by his wife, Hazel, and his son, Charlie Daniels Jr.

Full midterm coverage.Deeper analysis.

Get unlimited access to Washington Examiner's reporting, expert analysis, and coverage of the midterm elections.

Get Unlimited Access

Cancel anytime.