Walker Hayes Announces Death Of Seventh Child

"It is with great sadness that Laney and I share with you the news that our sweet Oakleigh Klover Hayes was born this morning at the hospital and is safely in heaven."

(Undated)  --  Rising country star Walker Hayes and his wife, Laney, are mourning the death of their seventh child. 

Oakleigh Klover Hayes was born and died on the same day. 

Hayes shared the news with fans last night but not say what led to the baby's death. 

His immediate upcoming shows have been cancelled. 

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