American gospel singer and worship leader Ron Kenoly has died. He passed away on February 3, 2026, at the age of 81.
Kenoly was known around the world for his uplifting worship music that shaped contemporary praise services in churches everywhere. His music career began after his time in the United States Air Force in the 1960s, and he later broke through internationally with albums like Lift Him Up in the early 1990s.
At the time of his death, there was no public report confirming a prolonged illness, and details about what he was sick with have not been released.
Kenoly’s influence on gospel and worship music stretched across decades, leaving a legacy that will be remembered by millions.
