Legendary singer Jeannie Seely, who won a Grammy, passed away at the age of 85.
American country singer Jeannie Seely, known for her hit song "Don't Touch Me" and her cherished duet partnership with Jack Greene, has passed away at the age of 85. The news of her death was confirmed by US media, citing her management.
Born in Titusville, Pennsylvania in 1940, Seely started performing on radio at an early age. She moved to California and worked in an office before transitioning to music. Her career in the country scene began in the mid-1960s, and she quickly rose to prominence.
Seely's breakthrough came with the release of "Don't Touch Me" in 1966, a song that earned her a Grammy. The hit song marked the beginning of a successful career that spanned over five decades.
One of Seely's most notable collaborations was with Jack Greene. They formed a beloved duet partnership in the late 1960s and early 1970s, achieving hits like “Wish I Didn’t Have to Miss You,” which earned Country Music Association (CMA) nominations and solidified their status as a cherished vocal pairing in country music.
In addition to Greene, Seely recorded duets with other prominent country artists on later albums, including Willie Nelson, Ray Stevens, Steve Wariner, Lorrie Morgan, Jessi Colter, and Jan Howard.
Seely's career was marked by numerous achievements. She placed more than a dozen songs in the US Top 40 country hits and was the first woman to regularly host the Grand Ole Opry.
Seely's death was due to complications of an infection. She passed away in Hermitage, a suburb of Nashville. Her passing marks the end of an era in country music, leaving behind a legacy that will be remembered for years to come.
[1] CMA Awards Nominations: Jeannie Seely and Jack Greene - "Wish I Didn’t Have to Miss You" (1969) [2] Billboard Top 40 Country Hits: Jeannie Seely - "Don't Touch Me" (1966) [3] Grand Ole Opry: Jeannie Seely - First Woman to Regularly Host (1967) [4] CMA Awards Nominations: Jeannie Seely and Jack Greene - "Much Oblige" (1970) [5] CMA Awards Nominations: Jeannie Seely and Jack Greene - "What in the World Has Gone Wrong With Our Love" (1971)
[1] Jeannie Seely's career in country music was marked by numerous achievements, including CMA Awards nominations for her duets with Jack Greene, such as "Wish I Didn’t Have to Miss You" in 1969.
[2] One of Seely's most renowned accomplishments was the release of "Don't Touch Me" in 1966, a hit song that reached the Billboard Top 40 Country Hits.
