George Glenn Jones was an American musician, singer and songwriter who achieved international fame
for his long list of hit records, including "White Lightning", as well as his distinctive voice
and phrasing. During his life, Jones had more than 150 hits during his career, both as a solo artist
and in duets with other artists.
-Wikipedia
Also Known As: Thumper Jones, No Show Jones, The Possum
Born: September 12, 1931
in Saratoga, Texas, U.S.
Died: April 26, 2013 ( at the age of 81)
in Nashville, Tennessee, U.S.
Spouse(s): Nancy Sepulvado (m. 1983-2013)
Tammy Wynette (m. 1969-1975)
Shirley Ann Corley (m. 1954-1968)
Dorothy Bonvillion (m. 1950-1951)
Children: Tamala Georgette Jones, Susan Jones, Bryan Jones, Jeffrey Jones
Genre(s):
Country
Instrument(s):
Acoustic guitar,
vocals
Occupation(s):
Singer-songwriter
Active From: 1954-2013
Associated Acts:
Tammy Wynette,
Merle Haggard
Quotes:
Country fans need to support country music by buying albums and concert tickets for traditional artists or the music will just fade away. And that would be really sad.
George Jones