Lead Belly
Acting•Born January 20, 1888•Died December 6, 1949 (age 61)•Mooringsport, Louisiana, USA
Biography
Huddie William Ledbetter, better known by the stage name Lead Belly, was an American folk and blues singer, musician, and songwriter notable for his strong vocals, virtuosity on the twelve-string guitar, and the folk standards he introduced, including his renditions of "In The Pines", "Goodnight, Irene", "Midnight Special", "Cotton Fields", and "Boll Weevil".
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Personal Info
DepartmentActing
BirthdayJanuary 20, 1888
Day of DeathDecember 6, 1949
Place of BirthMooringsport, Louisiana, USA
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