Country music has lost one of its brightest stars. Trailblazer Loretta Lynn has passed away at age 90, as per TMZ.
Fans have taken to social media to mourn the "Coal Miner's Daughter" singer and remember her monumental legacy.
Country Music Icon Loretta Lynn Dead At 90
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Loretta Lynn was one of the first female country music trailblazers.
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Loretta's classic song "Coal Miner's Daughter" was not only a best-selling hit — it inspired an award-winning film of the same name.
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On Tuesday, it was reported had Loretta passed away at her Tennessee ranch.
The family released a statement on the singer's Twitter account, writing: "Our precious mom, Loretta Lynn, passed away peacefully this morning, October 4th, in her sleep at home at her beloved ranch in Hurricane Mills."
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A rep told TMZ that the singer died of natural causes.
Fans have taken to social media to remember the music icon, who paved the way for so many women in country music today.
RIP to a true legend.
