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Bill Monroe

Bill Monroe

Birthday: 1911-09-13 | Place of Birth: Rosine, Kentucky, USA

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.

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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)

1972