Bill Ham
1937–2016 (age 79)
Biography
Bill Ham, born in 1937 in Waxahachie, became one of the most influential minds behind the scenes in American rock music, guiding the careers of ZZ Top and other artists as their manager, producer, and advocate.
His sharp business instincts and belief in the talents of the musicians he supported helped carry the Texas sound across the world, and he remained a cherished figure in his home community until his passing in 2016.