Instagram/Dan Smyers & Shay Mooney Music Remembering Ben Vaughn: Dan + Shay's emotional tribute to the late Warner Chappell Nashville CEO after his tragic suicide. May 10, 2026 AceShowbiz - The Nashville music community was deeply shaken on January 30, 2025, by the tragic death of Ben Vaughn, the president and CEO of Warner Chappell Nashville. Vaughn was a respected figure known for his compassionate support of songwriters and executives, including notable artists such as Thomas Rhett, Chris Stapleton, and the duo Dan + Shay.