Stringbean, 1915-1973
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Stringbean, 1915-1973
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Stringbean, 1915-1973
Akeman, David
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Akeman, David, 1915-1973
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Country performer. Born June 17, 1916. Died November 10, 1973. Real name: David Akeman. Comedian and banjo player. Recognized for his clawhammer banjo style. Bill Monroe's first banjo player. Formed a duet with Lew Childre during the mid-1940s. Grand Ole Opry performer and protege of Uncle Dave Macon. Recorded for Starday Records during the early 1960s. Original cast member of the Hee Haw television show.
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Banjoists
Comedians
Country music
Country musicians
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