Campbell, whose hit singles included "Rhinestone Cowboy," died after a "long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease," his family said.
Country music legend Glen Campbell, whose hit singles included "Rhinestone Cowboy," has died at 81, his family said Tuesday.
"It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather and legendary singer and guitarist, Glen Travis Campbell, at the age of 81, following his long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease," read a message on his website.
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Campbell, who was born in Delight, Ark., in 1936, started out as a session guitarist and played on records by Phil Spector, Frank Sinatra, the Monkees and the Beach Boys.
He went on to sell more than 45 million records of his own, and is best known for "Rhinestone Cowboy," which topped both the country and pop charts in 1975.
Extremely sad to hear that Glen Campbell has passed away. My prayers and thoughts go out to him and his family.
— Blake Shelton (@blakeshelton) August 8, 2017
Thank you @GlenCampbell for the artistry, grace & class you brought to country music. You were a shining light in so many ways.
— Brad Paisley (@BradPaisley) August 8, 2017
Truly sad to hearing of the passing of @GlenCampbell. What a towering talent & a tenderhearted, delightful man. Sending his family my love.
— Kathie Lee Gifford (@KathieLGifford) August 8, 2017
Other hits included "By the Time I Get to Phoenix” and “Wichita Lineman." He was also known for "The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour," a TV variety show that aired between 1969 and 1972.
In 2014, his daughter Debby shared a video with Inside Edition showing him playing the guitar at a medical facility in Nashville.
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Following the news of his death on Tuesday, a variety of stars paid tribute to the music legend.
"Glen Campbell was one of the greatest voices of all time. I will always love you, Glen!" Dolly Parton wrote on Twitter, as she shared a video message.
Glen Campbell was one of the greatest voices of all time. I will always love you, Glen! pic.twitter.com/LQFEWA42lF
— Dolly Parton (@DollyParton) August 8, 2017
Dear Glen Campbell Rest In Peace As well as your incredible musical abilities you were one of the most down to earth ppl I have ever known.
— Peter Frampton (@peterframpton) August 8, 2017
So very sad about the passing of dear friend, Glen Campbell. I will have more words soon on my facebook page soon. pic.twitter.com/CXnb3PJUw0
— Jimmy Webb (@realjimmywebb) August 8, 2017
Saddened by the passing of Glen Campbell, a great entertainer, a great man & a great Arizonan - thanks for the memories!
— John McCain (@SenJohnMcCain) August 8, 2017
"Extremely sad to hear that Glen Campbell has passed away," Blake Shelton wrote. "My prayers and thoughts go out to him and his family."
Sheryl Crow added: "Huge loss in the world of music today. Rest In Peace, Glen Campbell."
He is survived by his wife, their three children and five children from his previous marriages.
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