Bill Monroe
Birthday: 1911-09-13 | Place of Birth: Rosine, Kentucky, USAWilliam 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.
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Known For
Acting
Year
Title
Role
2025
Newport and the Great Folk Dream
as Self (archive footage)
2019
Big Family: The Story of Bluegrass Music
as Self (archive footage)
2007
Opry Video Classics: Pioneers
as Self (archive footage)
1991
1972
Scruggs: A Festival of Music
as Self
