Tammy Wynette
Tammy Wynette, born Virginia Wynette Pugh on May 5, 1942, in Tremont, Mississippi, was an iconic American country music singer and songwriter. Known as the "first lady of country music," Wynette was a pioneering female artist in a male-dominated genre, bringing a woman's perspective to country music. Her signature song, "Stand by Your Man," released in 1968, became one of the most famous and controversial country songs of the late 20th century. Throughout her career, she achieved 20 number-one singles on the US country charts.
Wynette's early life was marked by hardship; her father died when she was an infant, and she was raised by her grandparents on a cotton farm. Despite these challenges, she pursued her passion for music, performing in talent contests and on gospel radio. She married Euple Byrd at 17 and worked as a beautician while nurturing her musical aspirations. In 1966, she moved to Nashville with her three daughters, signed with Epic Records, and began her rise to fame.
Her career was marked by a series of successful singles, including "Your Good Girl's Gonna Go Bad," "I Don't Wanna Play House," and "D-I-V-O-R-C-E." Wynette's collaboration with producer Billy Sherrill was instrumental in her success, and together they co-wrote "Stand by Your Man." Her personal life was tumultuous, with five marriages, including a high-profile union with fellow country star George Jones. Despite personal struggles, including health issues and addiction, Wynette remained a beloved figure in country music until her death on April 6, 1998, in Nashville, Tennessee. She sold an estimated 30 million records worldwide and received numerous accolades, including two Grammy Awards.
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