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Country star Brett James dies in tragic plane crash with family
Sandy Verma | September 20, 2025 2:24 PM CST

Franklin, North Carolina: Grammy-winning country singer and songwriter Brett James, 57, was killed in a plane crash with his wife Melody Wilson and daughter Merel Maxwell Wilson near Franklin, North Carolina. The accident took place when their personal plane crashed into an open field moments after taking off from John C. Tune Airport in Nashville.

This is according to U.S. media outlets, which reported the aircraft crashed near a school but that nobody on the ground was hurt. Authorities have started an investigation to figure out why the plane crashed, although initial details indicate the plane crashed in a rural setting.

Brett James was hugely popular in country music, responsible for penning and singing several chart-topping hits for which he received several awards, including a Grammy. His untimely passing has shocked the American music world and left the fans grieving the loss of a favorite artist.

Brett James was a songwriter whose songs connected with millions. His death is a huge loss to the world of music,” a Nashville Music Association spokesperson said.

The three members of the family were alone in the private airplane, and all of them died from the accident. Emergency responders were at the scene soon after the crash had occurred and verified that no one survived. The inquiry will check for mechanical failure, weather, and other factors that might have caused the accident.

Brett James had been playing and writing music for decades. He was best known for his unique voice, poignant lyrics, and role in contemporary country music. His repertoire consisted of songs featuring several big-name artists, and his songs always struck a chord with listeners spanning generations.

Melody Wilson and Merel Maxwell Wilson were also known for their participation in humanitarian activities in Nashville, and their death was thus felt deeply within the community.

Law enforcement officials have been advising the public to stay away from the crash site and let investigators do their job. More updates on the investigation will be made available in the near future.

Brett James’ death has incited a burst of social media tributes from fellow musicians, public figures, and fans alike, which attest to the vast legacy of his art.

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