Country Star, Husband and Doting Father: What to Know About Singer Granger Smith



The country singer announced Thursday he'd lost his 3-year-old son River
Granger Smith suffered every parent’s worst nightmare after his 3-year-old son River Kelly died following a “tragic accident.”
Smith’s rep confirmed to PEOPLE on Thursday that River’s death was due to a drowning accident at home.
The country singer and his wife, Amber, shared the news on social media, where they honored their son as a “special” little boy who brought joy to everyone he met.
“Following a tragic accident, and despite doctor’s best efforts, he was unable to be revived,” Smith, 39, wrote on social media. “Amber and I made the decision to say our last goodbyes and donate his organs so that other children will be given a second chance at life.”

For those that follow the musician, the loss hits hard, as Smith has made it clear through his social media that being a family man is his top priority.
“When she walked in that was it,” Smith told PEOPLE in 2017, adding that he popped the question just seven months later.
London was the star of the lyric video for Smith’s single “You’re in It,” while Amber appeared in the actual music video. Lincoln, meanwhile, appeared in the clip for “Tractor.”
River was also prominently featured in the 2017 video for “Happens Like That,” during which he falls from the sky and lands in his father’s arms.




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