Kenny Chesney announces death of his dog Poncho

Country singer Kenny Chesney announced on 28 October 2026 that his dog Poncho had died at 5:15 a.m. that morning, according to Billboard. Chesney said Poncho entered his life 15 years ago, when a friend brought the dog to his doorstep. Chesney also said he took Poncho on stage at Chicago's Soldier Field in 2024.