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Country Star Brett James Dies in Tragic Plane Crash

10/22/2025

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Story summary

Brett James, a country music star and songwriter, died in a plane crash on September 18, 2025, in North Carolina, at age 57, alongside his wife Melody Carole and her daughter Meryl Wilson.
James piloted a Cirrus SR22T and transmitted at 2:48 p.m., indicating a landing.
The National Transportation Safety Board reported no signs of engine failure, and the music community mourns his loss and notes his significant contributions.

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Story summary

Brett James, a country music star and songwriter, died in a plane crash on September 18, 2025, in North Carolina, at age 57, alongside his wife Melody Carole and her daughter Meryl Wilson.
James piloted a Cirrus SR22T and transmitted at 2:48 p.m., indicating a landing.
The National Transportation Safety Board reported no signs of engine failure, and the music community mourns his loss and notes his significant contributions.