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Tennessee Ernie Ford Musical artist

Ernest Jennings Ford (February 13, 1919 – October 17, 1991), known professionally as Tennessee Ernie Ford, was an American recording artist and television host who enjoyed success in the country and Western, pop, and gospel musical genres. Noted for his rich bass-baritone voice and down-home humor, today, he is best remembered for his hit recordings of "The Shotgun Boogie" and "Sixteen Tons".

Personal facts

Birth date	February 13, 1919
Birth place	Bristol Tennessee , United States
Date of death	October 17, 1991
Place of death	Reston Virginia , United States

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