What crushing news…
On Wednesday, country singer Walker Hayes announced on Twitter that his seventh child with wife Laney — daughter Oakleigh Klover — has passed away.
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Because of the tragedy, the musician has canceled all of his upcoming appearances to be home with his family, including Oakleigh’s three brothers and three sisters.
The 38-year-old wrote:
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— Walker Hayes (@walkerhayes) June 7, 2018
Hayes — who began dating his wife during their junior year of high school — announced the couple was expecting their seventh child back in November. He told Taste Of Country:
“My kids are losing their minds excited… [Oldest Leila] cried because she was so happy about having a new brother or sister.”
We are sending light and strength to the Hayes family during this difficult time.
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