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Country Stars React to the Death of Roy Clark

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Country legend and television star Roy Clark passed away yesterday (Nov. 15) at the age of 85. The Country Music Hall of Fame member was known for his incredible picking skills and as one of the beloved hosts of the long-running television show "Hee Haw," which brought country music into homes nationwide.

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As news of Clark's passing reached the country music community, artists took to social media to share memories of Clark and honor his legacy and contributions to country music.

Roy Clark was an amazing musician and entertainer. He made pickin? look fun to all of us young kids. I loved Roy Clark and he loved me. I?ll really miss him but he will not miss me where he?s at. There?s no missing in Heaven.
- Ricky Skaggs pic.twitter.com/ao4Rz481w3

— Ricky Skaggs (@RickySkaggs)

Roy Clark was a consummate entertainer that we?ll all miss. He was such a great friend of my dad?s that I greatly admired. pic.twitter.com/XDf11AFGW6

— Pam Tillis (@PamTillis)

Roy Clark is gone and the world of music has lost a treasure. I remember watching episodes of Hee Haw with my grandparents as a kid and thinking how talented he was. That feeling only grew as I did... he will be greatly missed

— ChrisYoungMusic (@ChrisYoungMusic)

Very sad to hear about the passing of a fellow Okie and country music artist Roy Clark. Roy was one of the first country artist I ever saw on TV. Prayers for his family.

— Blake Shelton (@blakeshelton)

Roy Clark was one of the true nice guys in our business. I am blessed that he was part of my life. I grew up watching him on Hee Haw and was then invited to join the @opry by him in 2007. #fullcircle He will surely be missed.?????

— Josh Turner (@joshturnermusic)

Sad to learn of the passing of the legendary Roy Clark yesterday. Met him backstage at the @opry a few years ago. He was very kind and encouraging to me. An amazing talent who helped build the foundation of Country Music. Rest In Peace, Roy.

— Scotty McCreery (@ScottyMcCreery)

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