Sheb Wooley

Singer-songwriter and actor; 'The Purple People Eater'

Sheb Wooley - Singer-songwriter and actor; 'The Purple People Eater'
Born

April 10th, 1921
103 years ago

Died

September 16th, 2003
21 years ago — 82 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American singer-songwriter and actor, achieved prominence in the 1950s. Gained fame with the novelty song 'The Purple People Eater,' which topped the Billboard charts in 1958. Also contributed to television and film, appearing in the series 'Rawhide' and 'The Kettles in the Ozarks.' Career in entertainment spanned several decades, transitioning between music and acting, becoming a well-recognized figure in both fields.

Released 'The Purple People Eater' in 1958

Starred in the TV series 'Rawhide'

Appeared in 'The Kettles in the Ozarks'

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