Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Birthdate
1911-09-13
Day of Death
1996-09-09
Place of Birth
Rosine, Kentucky, USA
Bill Monroe
Biography
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 from his band, the Blue Grass Boys, who named their group for the bluegrass of Monroe's home state of Kentucky.
Filmography (7)
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Role:
Self (archive footage)
Newport and the Great Folk Dream
2025
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Role:
Self (archive footage)
Big Family: The Story of Bluegrass Music
2019
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Role:
Self
The Porchlight Sessions
2017
⭐ 10.0
Role:
Self (archive footage)
Opry Video Classics: Pioneers
2007
⭐ 9.5
Role:
Self
Bill Monroe: Father of Bluegrass Music
1993
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Role:
Self
High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music
1991No Image
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Role:
Self