Grand Ole Opry Announcer and WSM Host Bill Cody Dies at 67

Summary

Bill Cody, the beloved Country Radio Hall of Famer known for his decades-long roles as a Grand Ole Opry announcer and WSM morning show host, has died at age 67 in Nashville. He had been in critical condition awaiting heart and kidney transplants, as shared by his family in late May. The Nashville country music community had rallied in prayer for his recovery before his passing was announced by his son David on Facebook.