Country singer Zach John King cancels two weeks of upcoming concerts after the sudden death of his father, according to reports. King shares the news in an Instagram statement, saying his father died unexpectedly and describing the loss as deeply painful for his family. In the posts cited by outlets, King calls his father “our family’s rock,” and refers to him as one of the greatest men he has known. He also expresses gratitude for his father’s example, including the way his father approached life and faith. King says he is taking time to grieve with his family and therefore cancels his scheduled shows for two weeks. Both sources report that King intends to return to performances after the mourning period ends. The announcements come shortly after the father’s death, which one source dates to July 14. No further details about the cause of death are provided in the accounts summarized here.