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Kyle Jacobs, the songwriter and husband of Kellie Pickler, a former American Idol contestant, passed away on Friday, according to the Nashville Police Department. In his last Instagram post before his apparent suicide, Jacobs commemorated a significant achievement in his career by acknowledging the success of Lee Brice’s fifth studio album, Hey World.
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“Platinum?! SWEEEET!!! An amazing crew of incredibly talented peeps put this one together” Jacobs wrote alongside his post.
He went on to say that he was “Deeply honored to be a creative part of it…Thank you Jesus!!!”
In November 2021, Curb Records revealed that Brice’s album Hey World had attained a gold certification and his hit track “One of Them Girls” had earned a double platinum certification, whereas “Memory I Don’t Mess With” was certified gold. Additionally, “Hard to Love,” a single that was featured on Brice’s second album, had received a quadruple platinum certification. According to All Music, Jacobs was a composer and producer on Hey World, as well as contributed on acoustic guitar and background vocals.
The Nashville Police Department stated on Friday that they had received a report from the Department of Emergency Communications about a home at 1:21 p.m. local time. Upon arriving at the site, the police and the Nashville Fire Department discovered the deceased body of the 49-year-old songwriter. “His death is being investigated as an apparent suicide,” they noted.
Authorities were told that Pickler was unable to locate Jacobs after waking up. She contacted the police alongside her personal assistant after they were unable to open a door to a room in the house.
Jacobs relocated to Nashville from Minneapolis in 2000 and has worked with several artists, including Garth Brooks, Tim McGraw, Kelly Clarkson, Randy Travis, Scott McCreery, Josh Kelley, and Clay Walker. He notably wrote Brooks’ “More Than A Memory” in 2007 and McGraw’s “Still.” Throughout his career, Jacobs won a CMA Award, an ACM Award, and was nominated for a Grammy Award.
In 2011, he married Pickler in a private ceremony.
If you or someone you know is considering suicide, please contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988, text “STRENGTH” to the Crisis Text Line at 741741 or go to 988lifeline.org.
So sad really liked him and Pickler together. Prayers to her and R>I>P Kyle
So sorry for the loss of your husband Kelly, you are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
Kelly, my heart hurts for you. I lost my husband to Suicide almost 28 years ago. The pain is still with me. May God give you strength and guidance during this difficult time. I will pray for you and your family. RIP Kyle.
Kellie I’m truly sad for you. I will keep you in my prayers.
So sorry for your loss!! Sending lots of love and prayers at this difficult time!! ❤️ 🙏
My deepest condolences. My prayers and thoughts are with you. May the good Lord bless you with peace and comfort. 🙏 🙏🙏
Wow! Cannot imagine what you are going thru and dealing with Kelly. Prayers and thoughts. Condolences to the whole family.
I feel like I just need to wrap my arms around you and help you through your grief. My heart breaks for you. Nobody ever knows what someone is truly going through. My thoughts & prayers are with you Kelliie. Kyle I hope you found the peace you were looking for.
I lost my husband to suicide 15 years ago. My heart goes out to you. Praying for peace and comfort in this difficult time.
My Sincere Condolences. MY HEART IS BREAKING FOR KELLY..Heavenly Fathere We don’t understand why these things happen I pray you will wrap your Loving arms around Kelly n her Family n Friends..I pray you’ll send Angels to stay near her Holy Spirit Take away her pain in fill it with our fathers Love in Jesus Name Amen
Bless your heart baby girl!!! So so sorry ! As you can see the whole world loves you and hurt for you too! He was so talented ! We all can see the love you two have for each other ! We’re here !!
I’m sorry for your loss Kellie