The Sad Life And Tragic Ending Of Jerry Reed

The Sad Life And Tragic Ending Of Jerry Reed
Jerry Reed was an American country music singer, songwriter, guitarist, and actor, best known for his distinctive guitar playing and his roles in popular films of the 1970s and 1980s. Born on March 20, 1937, in Atlanta, Georgia, Reed became a significant figure in both the country music and film industries.

[@samanthaspringman5527]

Back in the late late 70s there was a very private horse ranch in Tennessee. Gerry Reed had a vehicle break down and he went to the ranch to call somebody to come fetch him. Gerry asked to see the horses. Apparently they didn't recognize him because he was told he couldn't afford to even look at the horses. A couple days later he bought that ranch and fired the uppity staff and hired new.

[@zedsodead]

Nice story, but who is Gerry Reed? I would rather hear a story about Jerry Reed, the singer in the video.

[@GhostRider-mm6ky]

That was Sissy Spacecek when her and Mel Gibson filmed the River I would know they were my grandparents horses

[@stratslinger54]

😅😅😅😂😂😂😊​@@zedsodead

[@cliffordbowman6777]

I also was told by a Georgia kid that he was booed off the bandstand

[@cliffordbowman6777]

Jerry

[@ChrisSpatz]

16yrs ago on this day we lost the Great Jerry Reed. May he Rest In Peace🙏

[@RonNorman-ie1nv]

Thank you for remembering him he was a great man

[@georgesouthwick7000]

This computer generated audio is a real pain in the ass.

[@MediaBrainwashDOTcom]

Almost like an "EEEnama" 26:17

[@EarlFisher-k6w]

Along with the Google translate used. Don't know which language it was written in but it wasn't English.

[@ThomasEastman-cg4ix]

Jerry and Precilla were married 49 years not 61 ! They had a great relationship.

[@vohawk]

It does grate on the nerves, especially the terrible syntax.

[@bonehead2768]

Jerry Reed wasn't just an UNBELIEVABLE Guitarist( he and Eddie Van Halen are THE BEST Country & Rock players respectively EVER, IMO)but he was a a Great Person and Family man, AND a U. S. Veteran. He's the stuff a Hero and Role model is DEFINITELY made of. GOD BLESS him and I'm very Thankful I got to be around to see him. My Sympathies and Condolences go out to his daughter's. Rest In Peace to Mr. Reed and his beloved wife.

[@DeborahIsaacs-nx4dw]

Amen, you are so right😊

[@rickdavis4456]

I would put Roy Clark in that contest.

[@paradoxstudios6639]

Roy Clark could play on Jerry's level to.

[@kravin74]

@bonehead2768 you sure right about that my friend. Definitely something that is way lacking today

[@rottman88]

Glenn Campbell is in that esteemed group, too. They were all impeccably talented guitar players.

[@kimrice394]

Jerry Reed is a LEGEND! In my book. One of the most entertaining people on earth period! On stage, on film, on tv. A Guitar God! and at the same time an every man. I’m not even in Country music, but Jerry Reed transcends all lines.

[@ianhamilton2035]

I worked at the Wendy's in Florence Al during the early 80's. Jerry would stop by after recording in Muscle Shoals. I cooked several single cheese burgers for him as he came thru the drive through on his way home! 😃

[@DorothyMcKinney-c1z]

I went to his music show in 1986 or 1987 in Lexington, KY. Great show 👏

[@fatblokes_ferguson]

What a hard life to make a great guitar man. East bound and down. I’m sure that’s where he ended up. RIP 🎸🤠

[@richardroop4744]

Got to meet Jerry in the late 60s when he came to WSM in Nashville and performed his hit A Thing Called Love on a show Called Grand Old Gospel.

[@anthonyfreeman5858]

Jerry Reed was a one-of-a-kind musician. He was very entertaining. I didn’t know he had problems with smoking. RIP Mr Reed.

[@monmixer]

I worked with Jerry several times over the years on a live in theatre radio show in Wheeling WV Called Jamboree USA . Very similar to the Opry. We had local opening acts and then a headliner for an hr. It was a 2 hour show.

[@shanew.williams]

I remember the "Jamboree". It was certainly Jerry's style of show !

[@Cottontail72]

@@shanew.williams and Hence the “Jamboree in the Hills” was born and Awesome for Sooooo many Years. Until about 2016 and a Commercial outfit took over. Last place I saw and hung out with Neal McCoy who was a Personal Friend that I first met, helped, and hung out with in Texas. Great Artist that Always supported the long weekend of music in Ohio.

[@CamMacMastermusic]

Wow. Lucky you. What a great memory to have !

[@Mike-p6e]

You're a lucky guy meeting Jerry. I was in the original smokey and the bandit. I shook hands and he was swamped so I didn't bother him. He entertained the whole campgroun d in the movie. But Reynolds didn't even come by but it was fun anyway!

[@monmixer]

@@Mike-p6e He is a great guy to be around for sure !!!

[@Southernsled68]

Jerry was an american icon.He brought so much to the world'God bless him.

[@ThomasStallings-l8q]

Jerry Reed, brilliant entertainer.

[@JoshuaFitzgerald-e3h]

Jerry Reed was one of the greats. My childhood wouldn’t have been the same without Mr. Reed’s music and acting.

[@PeterNebelung]

Love his music, play it all the time when I'm driving. Quitting smoking can be a cast iron biatch. Took me 3 tries, the first failed the night my mom died. The second time? Stress. The third time was 1984. If you smoke, try man, it can be done.

[@capnjackgallows3204]

I know you are right , but for some it's the only means of not losing their minds. Me for I stance it's my only bad habit I aim to keep it that way , smoking soothes me but I know the damage it does. It's a case of finding a healthier replacement and ive looked cant find anything like it. But I'll keep your words in mind bub they maybe useful someday. Take care.

[@metomhub]

my father's, brother's, wife's, cousin's, uncle's college roommate once met someone who saw jerry reed come out of a rest stop outhouse in kentucky. what a great guy!

[@VerdellZimmer]

Yes he told me

[@shuroom57]

And my lucky sisters have a brother who not only read your comment about that, but replied to it! Like this!

[@williamgowan113]

My first concert. Jerry Reed at Six flags in Dallas. Summer of 1973. Awesome.

[@NUKE-W.E.F.]

I Love Jerry Reed. A talented man with a great sense of humor. Jerry, I pray you are heaven bound and got the hammer down! God bless you, and RIP.

[@BEmbalmingU]

As a kid my dad played a lot of Jerry's music. My father taught me two chords on the guitar and I took off on my own being self taught as well. Along with the influence of artists like Chet Atkins, and Roy Clark I started to fall into a groove with classic rock and a hodge podge of other genres and styles. Jerry's music really helped form me as a guitarist. His song She got the Gold Mine hit home for me after my divorce lol

[@johnbrown4627]

Amen brother!

[@margarettaylor8107]

He played on an album with Elvis who loved his unique musicianship.When he first sawed Elvis he quipped that he was the most beautiful man he had ever seen.I am sure Elvis thought his comment was funny.

[@peggysharp7028]

He was great I loved him

[@marleyboy7732]

Coming from a long line of heavy haulers. And watching "Smokey & the Bandit" when it first came out when I was a kid. This guy was my favorite. Just something different about him that stuck out. R.i.p snowman! You are missed brother.

[@georgetheobold4973]

Rest in Paradise,,Jerry Great Man,,Loved your .Music guitar Man...Serious Player..One of the Best...

[@Robert-g2b]

He was funny comedy you could relate to his music style, and you can here something about his life in the tones of his voice, in words and experiences he lived, one hurt or understanding away from something to get a better life,... I too understand his unique ways to get music as his out in life's trouble, and Country Music icon we all respected and loved,...God rest in peace, Mr. Bandit Jerry Reed,..🇺🇸🎶🎵🎶🎶🤠

[@darylhoughtlen225]

Jerry Reed was a favorite of mine when I was growing up.

[@amythompson6869]

When I was in Jr. High he played our county fair. When I got up in line and asked for an autograph his response was, “of course darlin’!” Then he gave me a big kiss. Very nice down to earth guy.

[@rebeliron9644]

I had the great pleasure of meeting Jerry after a concert and shook his hand...

[@MichaelArledge-i5f]

My favorite country song singer actor

[@TaraVance-b7b]

Jerry had a lot of cool songs

[@markthomas4083]

I was a trucker in the late 80’s, for a short time. I felt a goofy connection with J Reed. His joyful personality drew me in. Typically feeling depressed and less than, his music 🎶 helped.

[@trentonayershandsoffire3620]

Jerry Reed is the reason why I listen to country music…

[@dorothyparkes4831]

Love and respect ❤

[@007SS40]

I have been a fan of this guy since I was a child. The thing I loved about him in short was simple: JERRY 'LOVED' PEOPLE. ALL PEOPLE.... ❤❤❤

[@CBGRTR]

Jerry reed was si damn funny and great singer song writer and hell coupd play the hell out of a guitar yall know he wrote east boud and down in less than 20 mins i still get fired up hearing that song RIP the great jerry reed

[@richardbooth4573]

My favorite 2 songs. Preacher and the bear , and Amos Moses. ❤❤❤

[@lelandfranklin3487]

Met Jerry Reed after a concert as I manned the souvenir stand selling his items. Was very nice, kinda quiet, and someone who would be a good neighbor...

[@steverugerguy9606]

Great singer/guitar man.

[@carmob7499]

East bound N Down 💪💪💪

[@williamsaganov9594]

To narrator: Jerry Reed did not have a 60-year marriage. He was not 11 years old when he wed. He married in 1959. It was a 49 year marriage.

[@neonjoe6180]

And someone gives a gives a shite??

[@trenawest2350]

Jerry Reed Was Great Actor and singer he was unique and Funny R.I.P Jerry Reed I Love his Songs

[@JeanLong-mm6ow]

HE HAD THE CUTEST DIMPLES! HE COULD PLAY AND SING THAT MUSIC! ❤

[@Nothing-h6i]

Jerry Reed was a stunning real man.

[@evdallas123]

My mother knew him in high school

[@RonNorman-ie1nv]

One of the best guitarist in country music if not the best guitarist in country music there was so many it was hard to make up your mind

[@wingracer1614]

It's hard to call any one person the best in a genre that includes people like Chet Atkins, Roy Clark, Glen Campbell and others but he is definitely in the conversation. Speaking of Chet Atkins, there are some youtube vids of Jerry and Chet playing together that are phenomenal.

[@stephenmitchell3569]

One of my heroes with a guitar and such a real caring man. Giving joy to all and the wonderful personality !!!! Even Elvis loved Jerry Reed !!!

[@binkleyrules]

Loved Jerry Read ❤. So handsome 😍

[@randybolin7409]

He sure put on a good show saw him once at tombstone junction close to Cumberland falls

[@ghosty426]

I didn't have the privilege to meet Jerry Reed in person but I did see his Prevost Motorhome at a County Fair in September in the mid 1980s. Those Provost busses are nicer than most peoples homes.

[@darrelltalbott4830]

Thanks 🙏

[@JackDavenport-e3j]

When your hot , your hot.

[@rossreed9974]

What a great band a choir there is in Heaven. RIP Mr Reed

[@ront2437]

Guy was a super talented legend. One of the greatest guitar players that ever lived

[@Jay-df5dz]

Jerry was and is still a badass dude! Rest in peace brother.

[@SusanAnderson-g3u]

Our hearts anf prayers go to the family and friends and Jerry Reed is and always be me and my sons favorite actor muscian we sll will miss and his wife

[@EthanCollier01]

Before watching this, I had no idea he had such a rough childhood… It always seemed like he had such a positive outlook on life as an adult.

[@RussFinnessy-Cook]

There was definitely a lot of learning going on as the photos of Reed and legends Chet Atkins, Glenn Campbell and Roy Clark suggest. What an environment for rapid growth and development !

[@LintHead1971]

Yes, dear Lord, I claim it!

[@rp6503]

Reed was his grandmother's favorite grandkid. When she died Reed, sold the family mill.

[@sharoncruzen1942]

A friend of mine had a friend who looked just like Jerry Reed.

[@evryhndlestakn]

Lol.

[@mikeray1544]

I hadnt thought of Jerry in years untill.I got GTA SanAndreas....his track was " Amos Moses" i think...still gives me a chuckle....

[@evryhndlestakn]

I could have sworn he was Bo Hopkins who had a role in the awesome movie Midnight Express. Turns out they played brothers in "What comes around" from 1985.

[@lauraerskine6817]

I used to confuse them too. Bo Hopkins was also the leader of the Pharaohs in American Graffiti

[@evryhndlestakn]

@@lauraerskine6817 yes. He was classic in that.

[@steven9428]

Bo Hopkins was the best as the leader of "The Pharaohs" in American Graffiti.

[@albundy6008]

Bo Hopkins was in the movie "White Lightning" with Burt Reynolds. He played Rebel Roy. Jerry Reed was in the sequel "Gator". He played Bama McCall.

[@buckeyefangirl1976]

Loved him. Miss him.♥️💔😥

[@Paul-k9b2v]

I hope he goes into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

[@ElaineMurley]

So talented

[@jerryw4471]

Jerry Reed, Elvis Presley, and me were all in the US Army at the same time. I am not sure where Jerry served but I know he knew Elvis. Elvis was in stationed in Germany at at an Army Base near Frankfort, Germany close to the River Barracks Army Base in Giessen, Germany where I was at from 1959-61. Both RIP.

[@JimGrimes-w6f]

What sad life ?

[@TiktokWork-ec5yo]

Yours 😂

[@TiktokWork-ec5yo]

Loserrrrr

[@garylefevers]

The fact that Jerry and his sister was in and out of foster care and orphanages due to the Great Depression would definitely be a truama. People did not speak of such things back then. But I am over 90% positive that they were s*xually abused during that time. The abuse of foster children was common. Unfortunately, it still is to an extent.

[@tammygouletschrader8785]

One of the greats. I'm east bound and down.

[@DuWayneJamesSnider]

Jerry Reed's influence on other artists must be immense!

[@thabighurt6002]

This is news to me that Jerry Reed grandparents lived in Rockmart GA. I live about 15 minutes from there.

[@mojoron]

I teared up at the "I put my job down at Carr, my mommy goodbye not by sundown I left King Gwar." I can't imagine what that must have felt like.

[@MattBaker-zd8nq]

Jerry could strait up play the guitar

[@deborahchesser7375]

He looked right at home as The Snowman in that Kwhopper too, like any good ol southern boy would. Miss Jerry among many others 🐾✌️🇺🇸

[@thereluctantgearhead4544]

Merle Travis was my great uncle. Younger brother to my great grandfather. He lived a hard life and died pretty young.

[@twistoffate4791]

Imagine using a nickel as a pick. Yet Jerry Reed made it work early on.

[@mikew6531]

Interesting to learn about Jerry Reed, but poorly read/spoken... The breaks in sentences are nowhere close to where they should be

[@Oldgoaled]

PLEASE WATCH "I'm Glad We Met - A Short Drama Film" NEXT 17 minutes w/o ads. Thank You.

[@sstigger38]

He will ALWAYS be missed!! His Music, His Movie career... just REMEMBER HIM FONDLY, and give a prayer!

[@Paul-k9b2v]

A lot of his songs hit the Rock Charts.

[@P46345]

He done good didn't he Fred.

[@StewartDuncanJr]

"Hot Stuff." Loved that movie.

[@jasonoppe5130]

Well, that neither sad nor tragic. Perhaps he died a little earlier than we'd have liked him to, but that was a pretty damn good life if you ask me

[@johng.8600]

She got the gold mine.. I got the shaft..🎉

[@shannonhamlin1289]

Yeah good one johnny paycheck sung that one really good love it

[@Zeb-gb2uk]

I really doubt whether any young expiring.........country artist has ever even heard..............of Jerry Reed. These bot driven voice overs are.........really remarkably weird and creepy 😮

[@wingracer1614]

Well if they are expiring, they have bigger things to worry about. If they are aspiring, they know about Jerry Reed.

[@BobbyHall-qi7ll]

Mr reed could play guitar and act better than singing

[@frankfrankly8764]

I think I watched Waterboy like 10 times before I realized that was the great Jerry Reed

[@Diesel4242]

Jerry was the total entertainer.

[@eddiecarpenter8440]

The Snowman was one cool cat

[@markheuberger3953]

Hats off to the "Snowman" and I'm back quite

[@billhewes]

Everything about this video was great EXCEPT that starry fantasy style music in the background. Had to go to subtitles and turn the sound off

[@JackDavenport-e3j]

Hank sr. was granpappy of them all!

[@dobsonheart97]

Jump the playback speed to 1.25 and this actually becomes interesting

[@thomasmyers9128]

I was in 8th grade when I watched him in Smokey and the Bandit

[@AmbroseBurnside1824]

RIP, Snowman.

[@robertferguson8497]

Wow I didn't actually know why Jerry Reed had passed, But I will say he was an awesome song man and actor and R.I.P and when you Hot You Hot 😂 bet him and Burt Reynolds are burning it up in heaven with Jackie Gleason! 😂😂😂 Would like to add this I'm 61 and listened to his music and if he spelled it Gerry my mistake but one awesome gentleman and that's all but where you at bandit 😊

[@kellymccance1342]

It's "eagle claw D and Plow handle G!!!"

[@jeremybirdwell2623]

Not sure why the creator felt the need to have a computer generated voice read the text. Really horrible and distracting.

[@Phil-w4u]

Make no mistake about it. Jerry could pick.

[@djhoneylove5710]

Where does the flaming pickup truck fit into this story?

[@EuniceStone-s9j]

Are there any music stars that arent addicted to drugs or/and alcohol.

[@lewdarts]

Sad and tragic? Looks like a pretty good one to me. Keep that pick guitar man !

[@merrillmilner8717]

I was impressed by his finger picking.

[@sloppyjoe6243]

Terrible computer audio