Country singer Luke Bell 32, Found Dead After Being Missing For Over A Week

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Luke Bell, a rising country musician, was discovered dead after going missing for more than a week.

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Saving Country Music was informed of Bell's death by a friend and fellow country singer.

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Bell was reported missing on August 20th, and his body was later discovered nearby.

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Kinman later revealed to The Boot that Bell had just been diagnosed with bipolar disorder.

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He also claimed that a recent medication change may have contributed to his disappearance.

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Bell's career took off in 2016, when he released his self-titled debut album.

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Bell leaves a legacy as one of the industry's few "authentic" country musicians.

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His distinct style and sound drew comparisons to the late, great Waylon Jennings.

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On social media, singer Joshua Hedley and band Mike and the Moonpies paid tribute to Bell.

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