Country music legend Ray Stevens, 87, is recovering at home after breaking his neck in a fall on March 29, 2026. The two-time Grammy Award winner was briefly hospitalized in the Nashville area and has been advised to wear a neck brace for approximately four weeks. Despite the injury, Stevens remains fully mobile and in good spirits. (apnews.com)
Stevens' upcoming album, "Favorites Old & New," is still set for release on April 10 through Curb Records. The 13-track album features a mix of beloved standards and new selections from various songwriters. Stevens expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating, "I had a lot of fun creating this album… I just hope Ray Stevens fans enjoy it as much as Ray Stevens!" (foxnews.com)
This incident follows a mild heart attack Stevens experienced in July 2025, which required heart surgery and led to the cancellation of performances at his CabaRay Showroom in Nashville. Born Harold Ray Ragsdale, Stevens is renowned for hits like "Everything Is Beautiful" and "The Streak," and was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2019. (apnews.com)