 Publicity photo of Tennessee Ernie Ford from the television program The Ford Show. Image by NBC Television, via Wikimedia Commons. Licensed Public domain |
Ford Tennessee ErnieTennessee Ernie Ford Tennessee Ernie Ford American singer and TV personality (1919–1991) Ernest Jennings Ford (February 13, 1919 – October 17, 1991),[1] known professionally as Tennessee Ernie Ford, was an American singer and television host who enjoyed success in the country and western, pop, and gospel musical genres. Noted for his rich bass-baritone voice and down-home humor, he is remembered for his hit recordings of "The Shotgun Boogie" and "Sixteen Tons". Quick facts Background information, Born ... Tennessee Ernie Ford Ford in 1957 Background information Born Ernest Jennings Ford (1919-02-13)February 13, 1919 Bristol, Tennessee, US Died October 17, 1991(1991-10-17) (aged 72) Reston, Virginia, US Genres Country pop gospel Occupations Musician actor Instruments Vocals acoustic guitar harmonica piano Years active 1949–1991… (Source: Wikipedia)
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