Bill Monroe
Acting
Born September 13, 1911 · Rosine, 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…
Known for
The Johnny Cash Show
1969
Opry Video Classics: Pioneers
2007
Scruggs: A Festival of Music
Scruggs: A Festival of Music
1972
Yesteryear in Nashville
1982
High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music
1992
Big Family: The Story of Bluegrass Music
2019
Bill Monroe: Father of Bluegrass Music
1993
Newport and the Great Folk Dream
2025