Taste of Country reported that Montgomery plans to end his onstage career where it began, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky on Dec. 12.

The surgery is key for the 59-year-old as he continues his battle against cancer which he first shared with fans last summer.

Celebrities, fans and loving locals are arriving in the heavy metal icon's home city to pay tribute ahead of a funeral ...

SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 05: Country musician and American Idol host, Luke Bryan waits to tee off on the 10th hole during the practice round prior to the WM Phoenix Open 2025 at TPC Scottsdale ...