Artists & Writers · 21st Century
Jerry Reed’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Jerry Reed, Unknown
Who Was Jerry Reed?
Jerry Reed Hubbard, known professionally as Jerry Reed, was an American country singer, guitarist, composer, songwriter, and actor who appeared in more than a dozen films. His signature songs included "Guitar Man", "U.S. Male", "A Thing Called Love", "Alabama Wild Man", "Amos Moses", "When You're Hot, You're Hot", "Ko-Ko Joe", "Lord, Mr. Ford", "East Bound and Down", "The Bird", and "She Got the Goldmine ".
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Jerry Reed's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Jerry Reed died from complications of emphysema in 2008; no last words were publicly documented by family or medical staff. The attributed phrase is fabricated.
Sources
- newspaper Obituaries from 2008
- other Family statements
Legacy
Jerry Reed's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Jerry Reed’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Jerry Reed die?
Jerry Reed died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Jerry Reed’s last words documented?
Jerry Reed died from complications of emphysema in 2008; no last words were publicly documented by family or medical staff. The attributed phrase is fabricated.
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