Bill Monroe
Known for department: Acting
Birthday: 1911-09-13 – 1996-09-09
Place of birth: Rosine, Kentucky, USA
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.
Known for
The Porchlight Sessions
2017Self
High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music
1991Self
Bill Monroe: Father of Bluegrass Music
1993SelfScruggs: A Festival of Music
1972Self
Opry Video Classics: Pioneers
2007Self (archive footage)
Big Family: The Story of Bluegrass Music
2019Self (archive footage)