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Shelby Fredrick "Sheb" Wooley (April 10, 1921 – September 16, 2003) was an American singer, songwriter, and actor. He recorded a series of novelty songs including the 1958 hit rock and roll comedy single " The Purple People Eater " [1] and under the name Ben Colder the country hit "Almost Persuaded No. 2".
Sheb Wooley is the voice of the 'Wilhelm Scream' as used in countless beloved classics, from the Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchises to the likes of Toy Story, Reservoir Dogs, Beauty and the Beast ... the list goes on and on.
Sheb Wooley was an American actor and singer. In his long and distinguished career, he had been a prominent figure in the music industry because of his hit country singles. Sheb eventually focused on his acting career and was primarily cast in character roles in an array of Westerns.
Jul 1, 2019 · Here's What Happened to 'Rawhide' Star Sheb Wooley after the Show Ended. Sheb Wooley’s talent for showbiz gave him success before his days as Peter Nolan on “Rawhide,” a skill that continued to shine and diversify after the show ended.
Sep 17, 2003 · Entertainer Sheb Wooley, best known for his 1958 hit song "Purple People Eaters," dies from complications from leukemia. He was 82. Wooley also had a successful acting...
Sep 18, 2003 · Sheb Wooley, who menaced Gary Cooper in “High Noon,” played the trail scout on TV’s “Rawhide” and scored one of the biggest novelty recording hits of the 1950s with “The Purple People Eater,” has...
Sep 18, 2003 · Sheb Wooley, an actor in ''High Noon'' and other westerns who also recorded the 1958 pop hit ''The Purple People Eater,'' died here on Tuesday. He was 82.
Shelby Fredrick " Sheb " Wooley (April 10, 1921 – September 16, 2003) was an American singer, songwriter, and actor. He recorded a series of novelty songs including the 1958 hit rock and roll comedy single "The Purple People Eater" and under the name Ben Colder the country hit "Almost Persuaded No. 2".
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Shelby Fredrick "Sheb" Wooley (April 10, 1921 – September 16, 2003) was an American actor and country pop singer. He was best known for his 1958 novelty song "The Purple People Eater".
