Tommy Cash, the country singer and younger brother to the legendary Johnny Cash, died at 84. He was known not only for his familial connection but for his contributions to the music industry. The Johnny Cash Museum confirmed his death to WSMV on Saturday morning. Tommy Cash followed a path similar to his famous sibling, eventually making his mark in country music.
Before embarking on a musical career, Tommy served in the U.S. Army where he worked as a disc jockey for the Armed Forces Radio Network. After his military service, he performed with country greats such as Hank Williams Jr. Having a record deal landed in 1965, Tommy went on to chart several hits, including a song honoring John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, and Martin Luther King Jr., titled "Six White Horses," which was released in 1969. The press release from the museum noted his impact on the music scene, citing other popular tracks like "Rise and Shine" and "One Song Away".
Bill Miller, the founder and CEO of the Johnny Cash Museum, expressed his condolences and highlighted Tommy’s significance both to the museum and to the wider music community. "Tommy Cash was a loyal supporter of the Johnny Cash Museum and a very beloved member of our extended family as well as a highly respected member of the music industry," Miller told the New York Post. "This great man will be deeply missed by his friends and many loyal fans around the world."
Tommy Cash leaves behind a rich legacy that includes his musical career and the indelible mark he made on the country genre, akin to the influence of his more famous brother. According to several reports, Tommy was born in Dyess, Arkansas and raised in the Cash family alongside his siblings including Johnny Cash. His death comes just a day after the 21st anniversary of Johnny Cash's passing, a poignant reminder of the enduring nature of the Cash family’s musical contributions. Fans and family are invited to keep Tommy’s beloved wife, Marcy, and their family in their thoughts, as WSMV quoted Miller in their reporting on the loss.
