Bill Monroe
- Birthday: 9/13/1911
- Deathday: 9/9/1996
- Place of birth: Rosine, Kentucky, USA
- Fame for: Acting
- Also known as: William Smith Monroe
Biography
William Smith Monroe was an American mandolinist, singer, and songwriter, who created the bluegrass music genre. Because of this, he is often called the "Father of Bluegrass". The genre takes its name from his band, the Blue Grass Boys, who named their group for the bluegrass of Monroe's home state of Kentucky.
Filmography
Release date: 8/30/2019
Big Family: The Story of Bluegrass Music
Role(s): Self (archive footage)
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