Hank Williams Jr.

Hank Williams Jr.

76 · Born: May 26, 1949

Personal Details

Official Socials
BornMay 26, 1949 Shreveport, Louisiana, USA
Spouse
  • Brandi

    ( Sep 9, 2023 to Jul 9, 2025 )
  • Mary Jane Thomas

    ( Jul 1, 1990 to Mar 22, 2022 )
  • Becky White

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Gwendolyn Sue Yeargain

    ( Apr 7, 1971 to Dec 31, 1969 )
Parents
  • Hank Williams
  • Audrey Williams
Relatives
  • Lycretia Williams (Half Sibling)

Biography

Randall Hank Williams, often referred to as Hank Williams Jr., was born to the esteemed parents Hank Williams and Audrey Williams, his father being a legendary figure in the music industry. Following the untimely demise of his father in 1953, Hank Jr. embarked on a career in country music, endeavoring to forge his own path and distance himself from the considerable shadow cast by his illustrious parent.

The initial stages of his professional journey were marked by a concerted effort to transcend the formidable legacy of his father and establish a distinct identity for himself. This process, however, proved to be a protracted and arduous one, with Hank Jr. struggling to break free from the gravitational pull of his father's iconic status.

It wasn't until the 1980s that Hank Jr. finally achieved widespread recognition and acclaim, becoming one of the most prominent and successful figures in country music. During this period, he released millions of albums, earning him the coveted title of Entertainer of the Year a remarkable five consecutive times.

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Career

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2000
Tom Sawyer
Tom Sawyer as Injun Joe (voice)
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1980
Roadie
Roadie as Hank Williams, Jr.
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1979
Willa
Willa as Hank
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1978
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band as Our Guests at Heartland
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1968
A Time to Sing
A Time to Sing as Grady Dodd
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2019
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2009
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1990
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1965
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1983