About
Country singer who released ten #1 singles between 1944 and 1969, including "Peace in the Valley."
Before Fame
He worked as an usher and singer after graduating from Berea High School.
Trivia
He has two stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and is a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Family Life
He married his third wife, Sally Sweet, in 1952; he has a son, Clyde Cummins, who is also a country singer.
Associated With
He played a role in launching the career of country starlet Brenda Lee .
