Birthday: May 18, 1952 (Taurus)
Born In: Poteet, Texas, United States
George Harvey Strait Sr. is an American country music singer. He is popularly referred to as the “King of Country” by his fans. In addition to being a singer, he is also an actor and music producer whose talents are recognized by followers and critics alike. He is famous for being true to traditional country music while developing his own unique style of bar-room ballads, western swing, and honky-tonk style music. He discovered his interest in rock and roll music when he was in high school, post which he started a garage band. He would attend live performances of country music that were often held in Texan towns. Subsequently, he became interested in country music. He lists Lefty Frizzel, Hank Williams, Merle Haggard, and George Jones as his biggest influences. His music career began when he was serving in the ‘US Army.’ While he was stationed in Hawaii, he started performing with an army-sponsored band called ‘Rambling Country’ which played under the name ‘Santee’ while performing off-base. After his army days, he joined the country band ‘Stoney Ridge’ which he renamed as ‘Ace in the Hole’ when he became the lead. His band performed at several honky-tonks and bars around Texas, and soon gained an impressive fan following. As of today, he has sold more than 70 million albums in the US and holds the world record for having the maximum number-one hit singles in the history of music.
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Also Known As: George Harvey Strait Sr.
Age: 72 Years, 72 Year Old Males
Spouse/Ex-: Norma Strait (m. 1971)
father: John Byron Strait
mother: Doris Couser Strait
siblings: Buddy Strait, Pency Edel
children: George Strait Jr., Jenifer Strait
Born Country: United States
Height: 5'10" (178 cm), 5'10" Males
Notable Alumni: Texas State University
U.S. State: Texas
education: Texas State University
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George Strait's best-selling album is "Pure Country," the soundtrack album for the 1992 movie of the same name.
George Strait has a record-breaking 44 number one hits on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.
George Strait's signature song is "Amarillo by Morning," which is considered one of his most iconic and beloved tracks.
No, George Strait officially retired from touring in 2014 after his "The Cowboy Rides Away Tour," but he continues to perform occasional shows and residencies.
George Strait is known for his traditional country music style, often incorporating elements of Western swing and honky-tonk into his songs.
George Strait holds the record for the most number one hits on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, with a total of 44 songs reaching the top spot.
Despite his immense success in country music, George Strait is known for his humble and down-to-earth personality, often preferring a simple life away from the spotlight.
George Strait is a devoted family man and has been married to his high school sweetheart, Norma, for over 23 years, which is a rarity in the music industry.
In addition to his music career, George Strait is also a successful actor, appearing in several films and TV shows, showcasing his versatility as an entertainer.
George Strait is a proud Texan and has been a strong advocate for various charitable causes in his home state, using his platform to give back to the community.
Awards
2009 | Best Country Album | Winner |
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