Don Williams
Don Williams was an American country music singer and songwriter known for his smooth bass-baritone voice and seventeen number one country hits. He was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2010 and was nicknamed the 'Gentle Giant'.
Country Singer
May 27, 1939
September 08, 2017
78
Don Williams, an American country singer and songwriter, was renowned for his rich baritone voice and timeless ballads. With a successful solo career, he amassed seventeen number one country hits and earned the nickname ‘Gentle Giant’ due to his imposing height and warm, reassuring voice. Some of his most famous works include “I Believe in You,” “Lord, I Hope This Day Is Good,” “Tulsa Time,” “You’re My Best Friend,” “Some Broken Hearts Never Mend,” and “Good Ole Boys Like Me.” Throughout his career, Williams collaborated with numerous country music artists and was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2010. Sadly, he passed away on September 8, 2017, after a brief illness.