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Oct 29, 2007 · Porter Wagoner was known for a string of country hits in the '60s, perennial appearances at the Grand Ole Opry in his trademark rhinestone suits, and for launching the career of...
Oct 29, 2007 · Porter Wagoner, a country singer who mixed rhinestone suits, a towering pompadour and cornball jokes with direct, simple songs over a career best known for his partnership with Dolly Parton, died...
Oct 29, 2007 · Porter Wagoner — who was known for a string of country hits in the '60s, perennial appearances at the Grand Ole Opry in his trademark rhinestone suits and for launching the career of Dolly Parton...
Noted for his onstage jokes, rhinestone-studded stage wardrobe, and duet partnership with Dolly Parton, Porter Wagoner became a revered elder statesman for country music in the 1990s.
Oct 28, 2007 · 1950s - 2000s. Born. August 12, 1927 in West Plains, MO. Died. October 28, 2007 in Nashville, TN. Genre. Country, Religious. Styles. Country Gospel, Country-Pop, Gospel, Nashville Sound/Countrypolitan, Traditional Country. Also Known As. Mr. Grand Ole Opry. Porter Wayne Wagoner. Album Highlights. Articles. Staff Picks. Advanced Search. Remove Ads.
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May 23, 2018 · Porter Wagoner. Singer, songwriter, guitarist. Country Boy, City Boy. A Satisfied Mind. From Stage to Sanctuary. An Eye on Country ’ s Future. Selected discography. Sources. Legendary country music performer Porter Wagoner is noted for his long-standing commitment to his craft.
Oct 29, 2007 · Celebrated country singer Porter Wagoner has died at 80. He had been hospitalized for lung cancer. Wagoner joined Nashville's Grand Ole Opry in 1957; 10 years later, he hired Dolly Parton, then...
