Helen Carter

American singer and musician

Helen Carter - American singer and musician
Born

September 19th, 1927
97 years ago

Died

1998
27 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Carter was a prominent American singer and musician, recognized for her work in the country music genre. As a member of the renowned Carter Family, she contributed to the preservation and popularization of traditional folk music. Her career spanned several decades during which she performed extensively and recorded numerous albums. The Carter Family is credited with influencing the development of country music in America. She often appeared on various radio and television shows, further solidifying her place in the music industry.

Part of the Carter Family group

Contributed to the country music genre

Recorded numerous albums

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