Trini Lopez was a popular singer whose version of “Lemon Tree” was a hit song.
Died: Tuesday, August 11, 2020 (Who else died on August 11?)
Details of Death: Died at the age of 83 from COVID-19, confirmed to Heavy.com by his personal assistant
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Singing Star
Trinidad Lopez III was born in Dallas, Texas and started playing in bands as a teenager. In 1963, he released his debut album, “Trini Lopez at PJ’s,” which fearued a version of “If I Had a Hammer” that became his first Top 10 hit in the U.S. His 1965 version of the folk song “Lemon Tree” was a Top 20 song on Billboard. Gibson guitars asked Lopez to design two acoustic guitars, both of which are highly sought after collectibles today. Lopez also acted and played one of the “Dirty Dozen” in the 1967 movie.
What they said about him
My heart is broken. We lost TRINI LOPEZ today from COVID-19. I will always cherish our unique and special friendship. We are completely gutted. We had just finished a documentary on his life. Farewell my guitar hero 🎸 pic.twitter.com/IaBtT6F9dY
Trinidad Lopez III (Trini Lopez) has died today after suffering the effects of COVID-19. This Dallas native was a Friend. I always loved playing his Hits on KVIL fm and watching him star opposite Sinatra and others in films. https://t.co/O17S7payUi
Trini Lopez was a great and charismatic entertainer. He had the gift of showmanship. He electrified audiences with his talent and enthusiasm. If you were fortunate to have a conversation with him, you could sense his genuine kindness. RIP, Aug. 11, 2020, Palm Springs.#TriniLopezhttps://t.co/q3urKBFY2E
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