We just learned that Troy Gentry, of the country music group Montgomery Gentry, died in a helicopter crash in New Jersey.
The crash occurred around 1 pm this afternoon. At the time of reporting, it’s unclear if Eddie Montgomery, the other half of Montgomery Gentry, was involved in the crash.
According to TMZ, the duo was “on tour, and they were scheduled to perform a concert Friday night at Flying W Airport and Resort.”
— Montgomery Gentry (@mgunderground) September 8, 2017
Footage from the crash scene can be seen here:
#WATCH LIVE: Chopper 3 is over the scene of a helicopter crash in Medford, New Jersey.
FULL DETAILS: http://cbsloc.al/2wfa0tc
Posted by CBS Philly on Friday, September 8, 2017
Fans and fellow country stars expressed their dismay over Twitter:
We are absolutely heartbroken over the passing of #Opry Member Troy Gentry. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/sNK8rFl7UV
— Grand Ole Opry (@opry) September 8, 2017
I'm in total shock and disbelief over the news that my friend Troy Gentry was just killed in a helicopter crash!!! I just saw him days ago!
— Travis Tritt (@Travistritt) September 8, 2017
The world changed today. Country music lost both a Friend and a Hero. Troy Gentry and Don Williams, you both will be dearly missed..
— Lee Brice (@leebrice) September 8, 2017
https://twitter.com/DanAndShay/status/906246214106193921
https://twitter.com/DBradbery/status/906248347031306240
Remember Troy by listening to Montgomery Gentry’s biggest hit “Something To Be Proud Of”:
Troy leaves behind a wife and 2 children. His family could use our prayers at this time.
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