Bill Monroe
Acting
September 13, 1911 — September 9, 1996Rosine, Kentucky, USA
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
2025Newport and the Great Folk Dream
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2019Big Family: The Story of Bluegrass Music
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2017The Porchlight Sessions
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2007Opry Video Classics: Pioneers
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1993Bill Monroe: Father of Bluegrass Music
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1991High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music
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