**Grammy-Winning Songwriter Brett James Dies in North Carolina Plane Crash**
Los Angeles — Brett James, a renowned Grammy-winning songwriter, has reportedly died in a plane crash in North Carolina at the age of 57, according to PEOPLE.
Multiple reports indicate that James was one of three people aboard a Cirrus SR22T aircraft that went down near Iotla Valley Elementary School in Franklin, North Carolina, on Thursday, September 18. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed that there were no survivors.
In an official statement, the FAA said, “A Cirrus SR22T crashed in a field in Franklin, North Carolina, around 3 p.m. local time on Thursday, Sept. 18. Three people were on board.” The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has launched an investigation into the crash.
The Macon County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the incident and reassured local parents that all students and staff at the nearby school were safe.
Brett James was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2020. In a Facebook post honoring him, the Hall of Fame remembered James as one of country music’s greats.
The American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) also paid tribute, stating, “Brett was a trusted collaborator to country’s greatest names and a true advocate for his fellow songwriters. Brett, your ASCAP family misses you dearly. Thank you for your unforgettable music.”
One of James’s final social media posts was a joyful family photo on Father’s Day, captioned, “Such an amazing Father’s Day!!”
Born on June 5, 1968, in Columbia, Missouri, James initially pursued medicine before leaving college to follow his passion for music. He released his debut album in 1995 under Arista Nashville’s Career Records and became one of Nashville’s most respected songwriters.
Throughout his illustrious career, he penned numerous hits, including Carrie Underwood’s “Jesus, Take the Wheel” and “Cowboy Casanova,” Kenny Chesney’s “When the Sun Goes Down” and “Out Last Night,” Dierks Bentley’s “I Hold On,” Jason Aldean’s “The Truth,” and Rascal Flatts’ “Summer Nights.”
Brett James is survived by his children, whom he shared with his ex-wife, Sandra Cornelius-Little.
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