December 23, 2024 10:31 AM

Tim Wilson Dies of Heart Attack At The Age of 52

Comedian Tim Wilson died Wednesday of a heart attack at the age of 52, according to several reports.

The Blue Collar Comedy Tour comedian and friend have died on February 26 in Nashville. A Presbyterian College with an English major, Tim Wilson has had a great run in comedy doing stand-up comedy whilst combining his act with country music. A Columbus, Georgia-born comedian, he has released over 15 comedy albums throughout the course of his accomplished career.

Timothy Collins Wilson will be remembered a multi-talented comedian, singer and author. Wilson has made a name for himself with comic country songs such as "Garth Brooks Ruined My Life" and "First Baptist Bar & Grill." Also a talented song writer, he co-wrote Jeff Foxworthy's hit "The Redneck 12 Days of Christmas." He has appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and has co-written the book "Happy New Year -- Ted" with Roger C. Keiss on a theory that Ted Bundy was responsible for more death in the late 70s than was recorded.

Wilson's sudden death due to a heart attack in Nashville has left his wife and 2 children devastated.

Meanwhile, Wilson's fans and friends have taken to Twitter to grieve along with his family.

@GitRDoneLarry broke the sad news 8PM Wednesday. He said, "Horrible news. Comedian Tim Wilson passed away tonight. I hope you were one of the lucky ones that got to see him perform. One of the best."

Toby Keith commended Wilson's comic attitude and reminisced the good old times saying, "Tim Wilson was funny. He made me laugh The country comedy world has a hole in it now. Sleep good Tim Godspeed - T"

@kathleenmadigan was shocked saying, "To one of the few who loved the road for the road, a great guy, great headliner n even drinking buddy, RIP Tim Wilson. I'm shocked n sad.

Other people who were in lament are as follows:

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