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Here’s the Real Reason the Grand Ole Opry Won’t Reinstate Hank WilliamsHere’s the Real Reason the Grand Ole Opry Won’t Reinstate Hank WilliamsIt's nothing personal.Lorie LiebigLorie Liebig
8 Unbelievable CMA Awards Winners (and 3 That Came Close!)8 Unbelievable CMA Awards Winners (and 3 That Came Close!)Who has more CMA Awards wins: country radio staple Chris Young, or the actor who played George on 'Seinfeld'? Billy DukesBilly Dukes
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98 Years Ago: Hank Williams Is Born98 Years Ago: Hank Williams Is BornCountry legend Williams was born on Sept. 17, 1923.The Boot StaffThe Boot Staff
Laine Hardy’s Country Roots Show With Hank Williams ‘Jambalaya’ Cover on ‘American Idol’Laine Hardy’s Country Roots Show With Hank Williams ‘Jambalaya’ Cover on ‘American Idol’The 18-year-old from Livingston, La. performed the classic country song as his second American Idol finale performance. Billy DukesBilly Dukes
Top 10 Country Songs About PetsTop 10 Country Songs About PetsCountry stars love their furry friends!Bobby MooreBobby Moore
Remember When Hank Williams Was Fired From the Grand Ole Opry?Remember When Hank Williams Was Fired From the Grand Ole Opry?It's one of the most legendary rifts in country music history.Sterling WhitakerSterling Whitaker
73 Years Ago: Hank Williams Debuts on ‘Louisiana Hayride’73 Years Ago: Hank Williams Debuts on ‘Louisiana Hayride’On Aug. 7, 1948, Williams made his first appearance on the influential radio program 'Louisiana Hayride'.Annie ZaleskiAnnie Zaleski
They Call Them … What?! 16 of the Best Country Star NicknamesThey Call Them … What?! 16 of the Best Country Star NicknamesDo you know the nicknames of your favorite country stars?Carrie HortonCarrie Horton