Country star Lorrie Morgan's sixth husband Randy White dies at 72: 'I will love and miss you forever'
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Country singer Lorrie Morgan's sixth husband, Randy White, died in the early morning hours of Sunday, June 1, after battling mouth cancer. He was 72.
A statement shared on behalf of Morgan with People from her friend and manager, Tony Conway, read, "Randy has been my partner and my rock for 17 years. Our big, wonderful family and I are devastated at the loss of this truly kind and incredible man. I was blessed by his love. Ran-Ran, I will love and miss you forever."
The 'A Picture of Me' singer later shared the same message on social media.
Randy has been my partner, my champion and my rock for 17 years. Our big, wonderful family and I are devastated at the loss of this truly kind and incredible man. I was blessed by his love. Ran-Ran, I will love and miss you forever. pic.twitter.com/7IcCFvptSu
— Lorrie Morgan (@TheLorrieMorgan) June 1, 2025
Lorrie Morgan's son Jesse Keith Whitley calls Randy White 'most gentle soul' in emotional tribute
The 65-year-old songstress’ son, Jesse Keith Whitley, paid a moving tribute to his stepfather, Randy White, on Facebook.
He began, "As I sit here in the room with hospice, I don’t know really what to think or to say about this situation. But, I can say that the recent years of my life all the way back to when I was 22-23 years old this great man has been here and loved my mom , and also me & my sister as we were his own."
"He showed me love and showed me a relationship with Jesus even though I grew up Catholic, I kinda distanced myself a little from it. He has been the best grandfather for my kids they could ever ask for," Whitley continued.
Giving an insight into their relationship, the 37-year-old added, "Has come and picked me up late night when it wasn’t safe to drive and was never mad .. not even once (this happened multiple times lol). Even when I called from a jail cell he laughed at me and said well I’ll be there in a little bit (boy mom was pissed)."
"He has shown unconditional love to my mother and been the most gentle soul to ever grace this entire family. As we say our goodbyes , I reminisce of all the good times we have had & the battles he has helped overcome. I can’t tell you the amount of love that has poured in from fans, family and friends," Whitley noted.
He concluded the post, writing, "We will miss you always and forever and our hearts are shattered in losing you. But you have fought one helluva fight RanMan! Rest easy say hello to everyone and love on Weezy. I love you."
Lorrie Morgan and Randy White tied the knot in 2010
Randy White, who was the owner of a landscaping business, had been married to Lorrie Morgan since 2010.
He was diagnosed with cancer in April 2024. At the time, Morgan's manager said, "Morgan’s husband of nearly 15 years, Randy White, has been undergoing treatment for mouth cancer. White has been readmitted to a hospital in Middle Tennessee."
However, in December 2024, Morgan had said, as per The Daily Beast, that her husband was "making some progress."
"We are strong and he is determined. I love you RanRan," she shared.
Lorrie Morgan was previously married five times
Before Randy White, Lorrie Morgan was married to Sammy Kershaw (2001-2007), Jon Randall (1996-1999), Brad Thompson (1991-1993), Keith Whitley (1986-1989), and Ron Gaddis (1979-1980).
She welcomed her daughter, Morgan Anastasia Gaddis, with Ron, and her son, Jesse, with Keith.
After marrying White, the two-time CMA Award winner became stepmother to his four children. They also shared fifteen grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Internet wishes Lorrie Morgan ‘peace and healing’ after husband Randy White's death
Meanwhile, many people shared their tributes and condolences on social media.
A Facebook user wrote, “Sending prayers and love to Lorrie and her family.” Another commented, “Omg, that had to be HORRIBLE to go thru!🙁Rip sir.”
A person expressed, “Prayers to you and your entire family RIP Mr. Randy,” while someone else added, "Sad to hear about the loss of Randy White, thoughts are with his loved ones.”
“Such a wonderful human being!!!! Rest In Paradise!!!” another comment read.
“So very sorry to hear this. Lorrie Morgan is one of the truly real country singers, her voice is beautiful and I wish her peace and healing at this very difficult time,” a fan of Morgan wrote.
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