Merle Haggard Predicted He Would Die on His Birthday

An amazing story told by his son Ben Haggard, via Facebook.

Earlier today, country legend Merle Haggard passed away at the age of 79, on the day of his 79th birthday.

His son Ben Posted on Facebook that Merle , whose health had been declining, predicted to family last week that he would die today, on his 79th birthday.

A week ago dad told us he was gonna pass on his birthday, and he wasn't wrong. A hour ago he took his last breath surrounded by family and friends. He loved everything about life and he loved that everyone of you gave him a chance with his music. He wasn't just a country singer.. He was the best country singer that ever lived.

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