Biography
William Smith Monroe was an American mandolinist, singer, and songwriter, who created the bluegrass music genre. Because of this, he is often called the "Father of Bluegrass". The genre takes its name from his band, the Blue Grass Boys, who named their group for the bluegrass of Monroe's home state of Kentucky.
Gender
Male
IMDb Id
nm0598463
Known For Department
Acting
Also Known As
William Smith Monroe
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Date of Birth
1911-09-13
Place of Birth
Rosine, Kentucky, USA
Date of Death
1996-09-09
