Jerry Lee Lewis is alive and well despite earlier reports suggesting he had passed away.
The 87-year-old ‘Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On hitmaker was reported dead by TMZ after a source close to the singer erroneously announced his death.
Clearing all uncertainty surrounding Lewis’ condition, his representative now spoke out and called the rumors ‘bulls***’ while insisting the singer is alive and well in Memphis.
“He’s alive. TMZ reported erroneously off of a bulls–t anonymous tip,” the rep told Page Six.
The false reports come shortly after the star caught flu that forced him to skip his well-anticipated induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Receiving the prestigious award in the singer’s honor was Kris Kristofferson, whereas Lewis later shared a photo showing him accepting the gong while resting in his bed.
“It is with heartfelt sadness and disappointment that I write to you today from my sick bed, rather than be able to share my thoughts in person,” Lewis wrote in his acceptance speech.
“I tried everything I could to build up the strength to come today – I’ve looked so forward to it since I found out about it earlier this year. My sincerest apologies to all of you for missing this fine event, but I hope to see you all soon.
“To be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame is the highest honor in Country music. Through over 60 years singing music professionally, country has always been the genre where I felt the most at home – between my fellow artists, the radio and the industry players — some of them anyway.”
The 87-year-old country star went on to say he was honored to have his name etched into the Music Hall of Fame next to his personal heroes such as Hank Williams Sr. and Jimmie Rodgers.
“Thank you all for your support and love and for electing me into the Country Music Hall of Fame, and most of all, thanks to God for allowing me to experience this honor while I am still here,” he concluded.
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