Gilley continued operating the 70,000-square-foot club until the judge ordered Gilley's to close down in 1989 due to loss of profits. Sadly, on July 5, 1990, an Arson fire attack destroyed the main building. The fire fiercely burned in the all-wood structure, reaching the rodeo arena and recording studio.

When did Gilleys burn down?

Gilley won the court case, and Cryer was ordered to pay Gilley $17 million. The dispute permanently closed Gilley's, ending an 18-year run that saw country music become mainstream in large part due to the club's widespread fame. On July 5, 1990, a fire quickly spread throughout the main building, destroying the club.

What happened to Gilleys?

The place was co-owned and named after country music legend Mickey Gilley and located in Pasadena, Texas. ... Later in 1989, Gilley and Cryer had a falling out, and Gilley's closed down. On July 5, 1990 an Arson fire attack destroyed the main building.