Lead Belly
male
Born on January 20, 1888 (137 years old)
Passed Away on December 06, 1949
From Mooringsport, Louisiana, USA
Known for Acting
Biography
Huddie William Ledbetter, better known by the stage name Lead Belly, was an American folk and blues singer, musician, and songwriter notable for his strong vocals, virtuosity on the twelve-string guitar, and the folk standards he introduced, including his renditions of "In The Pines", "Goodnight, Irene", "Midnight Special", "Cotton Fields", and "Boll Weevil".
