Jimmy C. Newman
Jimmy Yves Newman (August 29, 1927 – June 21, 2014), better known as Jimmy C. Newman (the C stands for Cajun),[1][2] was an American singer and a long time star of the Grand Ole Opry. He was known for his songs "Cry Cry Darling" and "A Fallen Star".
Jimmy C. Newman | |
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 Jimmy C. Newman at 2009 Festivals Acadiens et Créoles | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Jimmy Yves Newman |
| Born | August 29, 1927 Mamou, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Died | June 21, 2014 (aged 86) Nashville, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Genres | Country, Cajun |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter |
| Instruments | Acoustic guitar |
| Years active | 1954–2014 |
Newman died of cancer in Nashville on June 21, 2014, aged 86.[3]
References
- ↑ "CMT.com Jimmy C. Newman". Retrieved 2009-10-22.
- ↑ "Jimmy C. Newman". Rovi. 2012. Retrieved July 6, 2012.
- ↑ Jimmy C. Newman's obituary
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