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The legendary George Jones passed away last Friday (April 26) at the age of 81, leaving behind a towering musical legacy of more than five decades. Now, the iconic entertainer's cause of death has been revealed.

Everyone in the country music world is reacting to the death of George Jones.  Some tweeted their thoughts, some posted pictures with The Possum, while others remembered Jones by singing his biggest hits in concert. Watch Alan Jackson sing 'He Stopped Loving Her Today' at his recent show.

The details for George Jones' funeral service have been announced. The iconic country singer will be laid to rest on Thursday, May 2 in Nashville. In an honor fit for such a legendary talent, Jones' funeral will take place at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tenn. To accommodate the enormous outpouring of fan support, the service will be open to the public.

Brad Paisley offered one of the most touching and heartfelt tributes to the late George Jones, who passed away on Friday, April 26 at the age of 81. Paisley issued his "in memoriam" style statement via Twitter, calling the singer "the greatest voice country music will ever know" and "one of the greatest friends you could ever have."

George Jones, who passed away Friday April 26th, will be remembered for his lengthy music career. But his colorful past won't soon be forgotten either.

When country music legend George Jones passed away Friday (April 26) at the age of 81, he left behind a rich musical legacy that has rarely been equaled -- matched only by a life story filled with more triumph and heartbreak than the greatest country song ever written.

Meeting George Jones was a career highlight for almost every country singer. Even legends like Randy Travis and Reba McEntire treasure the photos they have with the singer. Today, stars have been sharing their favorite moments with Jones, who died at the age of 81 years old this morning.

Keith Urban sang a tribute to the late George Jones who passed away this morning at the age of 81.  He sat at the piano for a few lines of The Possum's iconic song 'He Stopped Loving Her Today.'  When he finished he said 'Rest in Peace George.  We love you.'  Then he touched his heart.  Which in turn touched mine.

Country music artists and fans are reeling from the news that George Jones, arguably one of the greatest country singers of all time, died on Friday April 26. Born September 12, 1931, Jones is considered one of the most important and influential singers in the history of American popular music, and Nashville's biggest stars are taking the news hard.

Country Music Hall of Famer and Grand Ole Opry membe George Glenn Jones is dead.  He passed away this morning at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. He was hospitalized April 18 with fever and irregular blood pressure.

Country legend George Jones has been admitted to a Nashville hospital after a routine checkup revealed a slight fever and irregular blood pressure. A statement from the singer's publicist says he is being kept for observation, and weekend shows scheduled for Atlanta, Ga. and Salem, Va. have been postponed.

Legendary country singer George Jones will perform the final concert date of his career at Nashville's Bridgestone Arena on Friday, Nov. 22, 2013. The iconic country favorite will be joined by an all-star cast for his big send-off, and now Garth Brooks, Kid Rock, Shelby Lynne, the Oak Ridge Boys and Sam Moore have been announced for the historic event.