Troy Gentry Dies In Crash

The official website for Montgomery Gentry says Troy Gentry, half of the country duo, has died in a New Jersey helicopter crash.

NBC10 Philadelphia via AP –
A first responder examines the wreckage of a helicopter in Lumberton, N.J. Troy Gentry, half of the country duo Montgomery Gentry, died in the crash.

The Federal Aviation Administration says the helicopter crashed into a wooded area Friday afternoon near the Flying W Airport in Medford.

The airport also houses a resort and was scheduled to host a concert by the country duo on Friday night. The airport announced the cancellation of the gig Friday afternoon.

The pilot of the helicopter also died.

Gentry was born April 5, 1967, in Lexington, Kentucky, where he met bandmate Eddie Montgomery and formed a group based off their last names.

The duo had success on the country charts, scoring five No. 1 hits. The band was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 2009.

The following statement was released on behalf of Montgomery Gentry:

“It is with great sadness that we confirm that Troy Gentry was tragically killed in a helicopter crash which took place at approximately 1:00pm today in Medford, New Jersey. The duo was scheduled to perform tonight at the Flying W Airport & Resort in Medford. Troy Gentry was 50 years old. Details of the crash are unknown. Troy Gentry’s family wishes to acknowledge all of the kind thoughts and prayers, and asks for privacy at this time.”

Owen Sweeney / OwenSweeneyPhoto.com – Troy Gentry of Montgomery Gentry
American Music Theatre, Lancaster, Pa.