Nashville music manager Dale Morris dies at 89
Dale Morris, the Nashville manager associated with the rise of country stars Alabama and Kenny Chesney, died on August 21, 2026, at age 89.
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- Dale Morris, the Nashville manager associated with the rise of country stars Alabama and Kenny Chesney, died on August 21, 2026, at age 89.
Dale Morris, a prominent Nashville music manager who helped develop the careers of country group Alabama and singer Kenny Chesney, died on Friday, August 21, 2026. He was 89.
A representative said Morris died in his sleep. Morris became an influential figure in country-music management through his work guiding artists who went on to major commercial success.
His career was particularly associated with Alabama and Chesney, whose growth into leading country acts established Morris as a significant behind-the-scenes figure in Nashville’s music industry.
