John Anderson, the country music legend behind 'Swingin'' and 'Straight Tequila Night', has died aged 71

John Anderson's family said they are 'completely heartbroken', calling him 'the heart of our family' in a statement on Wednesday. They said he 'loved us fiercely' and made every ordinary moment feel special. The singer grew up in Apopka, Florida, before moving to Nashville to chase his career.

Anderson was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2024.

He received the Academy of Country Music Career Achievement Award in 1993.

Gwen Stefani is leading the tributes to the 'Wild and Blue' hitmaker.