Jimmie Rodgers

Country Singer Jimmie Rodgers

Profession: Country Singer

Nationality:
United States of America
American

Biography: Jimmie Rodgers was an American singer-songwriter who came to fame in the late 1920s. He is regarded by many as "the Father of Country Music" and was known for his distinctive rhythmic yodeling, a style which was uncommon at the time.

Born: September 8, 1897
Birthplace: Meridian, Mississippi, USA

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Virgo

Died: May 26, 1933 (aged 35)
Cause of Death: Pulmonary hemorrhage

Married Life

  • 1917-05-01 Country singer Jimmie Rodgers (19) weds Stella Kelley
  • 1920-04-07 American country singer Jimmie Rodgers (22) weds Carrie Williamson

Historical Events


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