Tennessee Ernie Ford

Tennessee Ernie Ford was an American singer and television host known for his success in country, western, pop, and gospel music.

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Profession :

Country Singer

Birthday :

February 13, 1919

Death Date:

October 17, 1991

Age :

72

Tennessee Ernie Ford, born Ernest Jennings Ford, was a renowned American singer and television host who found success in various music genres, including country and western, pop, and gospel. He is best remembered for his hit song “Sixteen Tons” and hosting his television show, “The Ford Show.” Throughout his multifaceted career, Ford achieved numerous country hits and a few pop hits, leading to his induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1990. In addition to his musical accomplishments, Ford appeared in films such as “I Love Lucy” and “The Lucille Ball-Desi Arnaz Show” and collaborated with artists like Kay Starr and Ella Mae Morse. A passionate amateur astronomer, Ford also created educational astronomy videos for the California State Department of Education.