# Edward Morris Dies at 90

> Music journalist Edward Morris, known for 14 years at Billboard, dies at 90.
- Title: Edward Morris Dies at 90 · Billboard | Shortify
- Summary: Music journalist Edward Morris, known for 14 years at Billboard, dies at 90. Morris wrote books, poetry, and country music essays for decades.
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- Source: Billboard — https://billboard.com/pro/esteemed-music-journalist-author-edward-morris-dies-obit
- Author: Jessica Nicholson
- Published: 2026-09-18T18:27:41+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: edward morris, billboard, country music, nashville, alzheimers, journalism, books, the passion of ethel rosenberg
## Edward Morris dies
Respected Nashville entertainment journalist Edward Morris died at 90 on September 17.
## Billboard career
Morris spent 14 years at Billboard and 20 years writing for CMT’s online platform.
## Books and writing
He authored eight books including a guide to country music videos and a play about Ethel Rosenberg.
## Nashville roots
Born in West Virginia, Morris studied English at Morris Harvey College and earned a journalism master's from Ohio University.
## Family and health
Morris and his wife Norma, who had Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, wrote a book about their journey in 2020.
## Last words
Morris said he loved writing to 'amuse people or get arguments started.'
## Key takeaway

Morris wrote books, poetry, and country music essays for decades.