Country singer-songwriter Mickey Gilley, died in Branson, Missouri on Saturday at the age of 86, reports 'Variety'. Mickey made a cross-over into mainstream pop culture after his club was featured as the backdrop of the 1980 John Travota-starrer 'Urban Cowboy'.

As per 'Variety', the news of Gilley's death was confirmed by his management at 117 Entertainment Group. The musician had recently completed a road tour, performing in 10 shows through April. His representatives said in a statement accessed by 'Variety', "He passed peacefully with his family and close friends by his side."