Andrew Dorff Dies; Beloved Songwriter Was 39

Andrew Dorff, a popular and respected songwriter who specialized in the world of country music, was found dead on Monday night.

He was 39 years old.

The tragic and unexpected passing has been confirmed by the Nashville Songwriters Association International, although no further information is available at this time.

As a writer for Universal Music Publishing Group Nashville, Dorff penned an incredible number of top hits; from “My Eyes” and “Neon Light” by Blake Shelton… to “Save It For a Rainy Day by Kenny Chesney… to “Somebody’s Heartbreak” by Hunter Hayes.

He was also responsible for successful songs by such major artists as Ronnie Dunn, Hunter Hayes, Sara Evans, Martina McBride and William Michael Morgan.

Wrote Nashville Songwriters Association International in a statement that confirmed this sad news:

It is with immeasurable grief that we learn of the passing of our friend Andrew Dorff. Our songwriting community is small and close and this loss will hurt us all deeply.

Andrew was a good man and a good friend. He was an elite songwriter at the peak of his life and career. Our sincerest prayers go out to his family.

May we all hug each other a little tighter this week and remember that life is fragile. Rest in peace Andrew.

Andrew was the brother of actor Stephen Dorff.

According to the Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner Database, the office is unable to release any other further details regarding Dorff’s death because the investigation remains ongoing.

“The BMI family is incredibly shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of songwriter Andrew Dorff,” said Jody Williams, Vice President of Writer Publisher Relations at BMI Nashville.

“The Nashville music business community will miss his kind and generous spirit, his unparalleled talent, and his gift of friendship. BMI was so fortunate to be a part of his career from the very beginning. Whether swinging by our office for a quick meeting or receiving an award at our annual dinner, Andrew’s presence was always a welcome one in the room.

“He will be sorely missed by our entire staff.”

Here is a look at social media reaction from those whose lives were touched by Dorff in Hollywood, Nashville and beyond:

Added Chase Rice:

“No words. Andrew Dorff I don’t even know what to say man. Heart broken. You’ll be missed. A great songwriter taken way too young.”

And Martina McBride:

“So very sad to hear about @endorffin Thanks for caring enough to write with me and for “Ride” #shinewhileyouhavethechancetoshine #sweetsoul.”

Dorff celebrated a birthday on December 16.

He got his start as an artist with 1997’s Hint Of A Mess before transitioning into songwriting.

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We send our condolences to the friends, family members and loved ones of Andrew Dorff.

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Charlotte McKinney, Huge Boobs Get Cheated on By Stephen Dorff

For reasons that remain unclear, Charlotte McKinney was in a relationship with actor and professional vape bro Stephen Dorff for over a year.

For reasons that are even more baffling, Dorff was reportedly unfaithful to McKinney and her giant boobs.

In a way, we suppose we should be thanking him, because sources say Dorff’s infidelity has prompted McKinney to kick him to the curb, meaning the woman who is perpetually referred to as “the next Kate Upton” is back on the market.

“He was fooling around with other women,” a source close to the model tells Page Six.

“Charlotte has been dating Stephen for a while, but he carried on ­texting other women and inviting them over to his house on the beach in Malibu.”

Apparently, the final straw came earlier this month when Dorff enjoyed the company of some very friendly house guests.

“July Fourth weekend … there were all these random people in his house. Charlotte has had enough of him,” the insider says.

The insider adds that Charlotte – who will appear in the upcoming Baywatch movie and just launched a new campaign for Guess – plans to focus on her career and remain single for a while.

Other sources have indicated that Charlotte’s on-again, off-again relationship with David Spade is back on again.

Yes, Ms. McKinney seems to have a thing for guys several decades her senior whom she towers over in heels.

We’re guessing their policy is to just not question it.

Whatever the reason, if you’re middle-aged and a bit on the short side, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

Just make sure you’re a famous millionaire.

That part is probably non-negotiable.