# Blake Shelton “Sick and Stunned” After Seeing Country Music Hero Just Days Before His Death

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/blake-shelton-sick-and-stunned-after-seeing-country-music-hero-just-days-before-his-death/
- Published: 2026-10-22T13:40:52+00:00
- Updated: 2026-10-22T14:56:50+00:00
- Original publisher: American Songwriter
- Original article: https://americansongwriter.com/blake-shelton-sick-and-stunned-after-seeing-country-music-hero-just-days-before-his-death/

## Key points

- Blake Shelton mourned John Anderson, who died aged 71.
- Shelton saw his hero and friend on Sunday.
- They recorded together on releases in 2020 and 2025.

## Summary

Country singer Blake Shelton has paid tribute to John Anderson, saying he was “sick” and “stunned” after the Country Music Hall of Fame member died aged 71. Shelton had seen Anderson just days earlier and said their friendship meant as much to him as Anderson’s music.

Anderson’s family announced his death on Wednesday, following a public appearance at the Country Music Hall of Fame over the weekend. Shelton recalled telling Anderson “I love you” when they met on Sunday. The pair also recorded together: Shelton appeared on Anderson’s 2020 album *Years*, and Anderson featured on Shelton’s recording of “Years” on his 2025 album *For Recreational Use Only*.

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