About
Affectionately referred to as "The Round Mound of Sound", country singer known for singles like "Walking on New Grass". Between 1966 and 1980 he recorded thirty-four songs which cracked the Hot Country Songs charts.
Before Fame
He achieved the rank of Corporal as a member of the U.S. Army during the Korean War.
Trivia
Many of his songs poked fun at his 300 lb. stature, including "The Boone County Weight Watchers of America".
Family Life
His wife Donna wrote his hit single "Let's Truck Together".
Associated With
He and fellow country star Buck Owens sang as members of the Hee Haw Gospel Quartet.
