Musicians & Composers · Early 20th Century

Jerry Lee Lewis’s Last Words

September 29, 1935 October 28, 2022 Age 87 American
He died peacefully at home.
— Jerry Lee Lewis, October 28, 2022

Who Was Jerry Lee Lewis?

Jerry Lee Lewis was an American singer-songwriter and pianist nicknamed the Killer who was one of the first rock and roll artists.

The Final Moments

Lewis died at his DeSoto County, Mississippi home.

Are These Words Verified?

⚠ Low Confidence

Describes manner of death, not actual words. His publicist confirmed peaceful death at home but no final spoken words were documented.

Sources

  • other Zach Farnum (publicist) statement
  • newspaper News reports October 2022

Legacy

Great Balls of Fire and Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On are rock and roll classics. His wild piano playing defined the genre.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What were Jerry Lee Lewis’s last words?

“He died peacefully at home.”

How did Jerry Lee Lewis die?

Jerry Lee Lewis died on October 28, 2022 at the age of 87. Cause of death: Natural causes.

Were Jerry Lee Lewis’s last words documented?

Describes manner of death, not actual words. His publicist confirmed peaceful death at home but no final spoken words were documented.