Nashville, Tenn. (July 8, 2025) — Country Music Hall of Fame member Ray Stevens is in recovery after undergoing minimally invasive heart surgery yesterday morning. Last Friday evening, Stevens complained of chest pain and was admitted to a Nashville hospital. After a heart catheterization procedure, it was determined he’d suffered a mild heart attack.
Stevens’ initial surgery was successful, but performances at his West Nashville-based CabaRay Showroom are canceled through July as he recovers.
Any cards of well wishes can be directed to:
Ray Stevens
5724 River Rd
Nashville, TN
37209
About Ray Stevens
Twelve-time nominated, and two-time GRAMMY® Award winner Ray Stevens has spanned the generations with over 60 years of comedic musical talent, including songs such as his multi-million selling hit “The Streak” and his classic pop standard “Everything Is Beautiful.” Throughout his career, Stevens has sold more than 40 million albums, amassing millions upon millions of fans worldwide. He is a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, the Musicians Hall of Fame, the Georgia Music Hall of Fame and has a star on the Music City Walk of Fame.
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