Grammy award-winning Cajun and country music artist Jo-El Sonnier passed away at 77-years-old after suffering a major heart attack following a performance in Texas. Sonnier had a successful career in music, receiving five Grammy nominations and winning in 2015 for his album The Legacy. He was known for his contributions to Cajun and country music and had been inducted into The Louisiana Music Hall of Fame in 2009.
Grammy-winning country singer Jo-El Sonnier passed away at 77 after delivering a powerful final performance at the Llano Country Opry in Texas, where he received a standing ovation. He died shortly after the show from a cardiac arrest and was airlifted to Austin, leaving behind a legacy in both country and Cajun music. Sonnier's career spanned decades, earning him a Grammy for Best Regional Roots Music Album in 2013 and induction into Louisiana's Music Hall of Fame in 2009.
Jo-El Sonnier, a Grammy-winning country and Cajun music legend known for his accordion and guitar skills, passed away at the age of 77 after suffering cardiac arrest following a performance in Texas. Throughout his career, Sonnier overcame personal struggles and pursued his passion for music, achieving success in both country and Cajun genres. He was also known for his advocacy for autism awareness and released a children's book about growing up with autism. Sonnier's legacy as a true keeper of American roots music and a rare soul who put the preservation of music first will be remembered by many.
