Mickey Gilley
Country music singer and pianist
Born
March 9th, 1936
89 years ago
Died
2022
3 years ago — 86 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Born in 1936, this American singer-songwriter and pianist significantly contributed to the country music genre. He gained mainstream success in the 1970s with hits that featured a blend of country and rock influences. The establishment of Gilley's nightclub in Pasadena, Texas, became a cultural phenomenon and helped launch the Urban Cowboy movement. Several of his songs reached the top of the Billboard charts, solidifying a place in country music history. His musical legacy continues to influence artists and entertain fans.
Achieved 17 number one hits on the Billboard country charts
Opened the iconic Gilley's nightclub
Inspiration for the film 'Urban Cowboy'
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