Roy Acuff
From Wikipedia Roy Claxton Acuff (September 15, 1903 – November 23, 1992) was an American country music singer, fiddler, and promoter. Known as the "King of Country Music," Acuff is often credited with moving the genre from its early string band and "hoedown" format to the star singer-based format that helped make it internationally successful. In 1952 Hank Williams told Ralph Gleason, "He's the biggest singer this music ever knew. You booked him and you didn't worry about crowds. For drawing power in the South, it was Roy Acuff, then God." …
Known field
Acting
Total Movie Credited
17
Total TV Shows Credited
6
Gender
Male
Place of birth
Maynardville, Tennessee, USA
Birthdate
September 15, 1903
Death Date
November 23o 1992
Also known as
Roy Claxton Acuff