Make September 12th George Jones Day
George Glen Jones (September 12, 1931) was an American country singer known for his long list of hit records, his distinctive voice and phrasing.
For the last 20 years years of his life, Jones was frequently referred to as the greatest living country singer.
On April 26, 2013, after being hospitalized for fever and irregular blood pressure, Jones died at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. He was 81 years old.
Jones received many honors during his long career, from Most Promising New Country Vocalist in 1956, being inducted into the Country Nusic Hall of Fame in 1992.
Jones was a member of the Grand Ole Opry 1956 until his death.
Thought by all his peers as the greatest Country Music Singer in History!