Genres

Bill Monroe

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 Acting

Birthday Sep 13, 1911 (114 years old)

Place of Birth Rosine, Kentucky, USA

Also Known As William Smith Monroe