Celebrity profile
Willie Nelson
Country music legend behind Red Headed Stranger
- Born1933
- GenreCountry
- AlbumRed Headed Stranger
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- Age
How old is Willie Nelson?
93 years old1
Willie Nelson is 93 years old. He was born on April 29, 1933.
- Wikipedia: Willie Nelson, revision of Oct 25, 2026
Quick Profile
- Known for: American country musician (born 1933)
- Born: April 29, 1933
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Career Highlights
- Willie Hugh Nelson is an American country singer, guitarist, and songwriter.
- He was one of the main figures of the outlaw country subgenre that developed in the late 1960s as a reaction to the conservative restrictions of the Nashville sound.
- The critical success of his album Shotgun Willie (1973), combined with the critical and commercial success of Red Headed Stranger (1975) and Stardust (1978), made Nelson one of the most recognized artists in country music.
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People mentioned
Willie Nelson comes up in these episodes:
- MyShowNotes ✓ Where’s Dusty? Connor Larsen Fills In — WHAGT Ep 160: His dad showed him Red Headed Stranger. (21:15)
- MyShowNotes ✓ Radio | Public Figures – A Nateland Podcast | Ep #33: His cutout marks the smoking patio at the Austin venue. (2:30)
- MyShowNotes ✓ Philosophy | Public Figures – A Nateland Podcast | Ep #32: Beloved, but not a Tennessee guy. (30:00)
FAQ
Who is Willie Nelson?
Willie Hugh Nelson is an American country singer, guitarist, and songwriter.
Where does Willie Nelson come up on MyShowNotes?
3 episodes so far. See the list above.