![]() Hank Williams publicity photo for WSM in 1948. Image by WSM radio, via Wikimedia Commons. Licensed Public domain |
Hank WilliamsHank Williams Hank Williams American singer, songwriter, and musician (1923–1953) For other people named Hank Williams, see Hank Williams (disambiguation). Hiram "Hank" Williams[a] (September 17, 1923 – January 1, 1953) was an American singer, songwriter, and musician. An early pioneer of country music, he is regarded as one of the most significant and influential musicians of the 20th century. Williams recorded 55 singles that reached the top 10 of the Billboard Country & Western Best Sellers chart, five of which were released posthumously, and 12 of which reached No.1. Quick facts Born, Died ... Hank Williams Williams in a 1948 promotional photo for WSM Born Hiram Williams (1923-09-17)September 17, 1923 Butler County, Alabama, U.S. Died January 1, 1953(1953-01-01) (aged 29)… (Source: Wikipedia)
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