roy acuff

On Dec. 8, 1991, Acuff received a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the Kennedy Center Honors ceremony in Washington, DC, becoming the first country artist to achieve the honor.

Twelve country artists have received Kennedy Center Honors over the years.

On July 24, 1948, Acuff declared his candidacy for governor of Tennessee.

Roy Acuff’s captivating vocal delivery and electrifying stage presence made him the heart and soul of one of country music’s longest running and most revered institutions, the Grand Ole Opry.

The Hollywood Walk of Fame features everyone from actors to radio personalities, and there are plenty of Nashville names enshrined there.

As it turns out, the mysterious donation was a mistake.

The handmade, aged instrument mysteriously was dropped off by an anonymous donor.

I first heard 'Turn Your Radio On' by Ray Stevens in the 1970's. It was a big hit and a brand new song, right? Right?

One legendary performer dominated the stage of the Grand Ole Opry like none other. Friends including Bill Anderson and Grandpa Jones remember Roy Acuff.

The Legendary Roy Acuff and "The Great Speckled Bird".