He died peacefully at 8:00 a.m., though no official cause of death has been released.

He began his music career in the 1950s, performing with honky tonk country bands alongside his wife, Pat Goza, whom he married in 1952.

In the 1970s, White gained early fame with his group, Buck White & the Down Home Folks, before forming the family act known as The Whites in 1983.

Often referred to as the 'new first family of country music,' The Whites drew comparisons to the legendary Carter family and are known for popular songs like 'Hangin' Around' and 'You Put The Blue In Me'.

Buck White and his daughter won the 2001 Album of the Year award for the 'O Brother, Where Art Thou?' compilation album, further cementing their legacy in country music.

Funeral arrangements for Buck White have not yet been announced, but his daughters expressed gratitude for his life and emphasized his love for family, music, and faith.

Buck White was well-known as a fun-loving individual who made a significant impact on his family and the music community, remembered fondly by those who knew him.

Buck White's passing on January 15, 2025, marks the end of an era for family bands in country music, although The Whites will continue their legacy.

Buck White, born H.S. White in 1934 in Oklahoma City, initially worked as a plumber while pursuing music part-time, eventually moving to Wichita Falls, Texas, where he was raised in a musical environment.

The Whites, who have been members of The Grand Ole Opry since the 1980s, are celebrated for their distinctive blend of bluegrass, country, folk, gospel, and Texas swing.

Throughout their career, The Whites received five Grammy nominations and won two awards, including one for their album 'Salt of the Earth,' which was a collaboration with Ricky Skaggs.

Following his death, tributes poured in from fans and fellow musicians, highlighting his talent, kind nature, and the significant impact he had on the music community.