The family statement reads “The Rogers family is sad to announce that Kenny Rogers passed away last night at 10.25 pm at the age of 81. Rogers passed away peacefully at home from natural causes under the care of hospice and surrounded by his family,”

Rogers’ family is planning a small private service because of the coronavirus pandemic with a public memorial planned for a later date.

The American singer enjoyed a career spanning across six decades which began in 1957, retired from touring in 2017 at age 79. He was a three-time Grammy winner and was also a Country Music Hall of Fame member.