Carl Smith
1927–2010 (age 83)
country singer
Biography
Carl Smith, with his smooth baritone, became one of country music's leading voices in the 1950s and 1960s, scoring chart-topping hits and earning a place among the legends of the Grand Ole Opry.
Even as later chapters of life unfolded, he maintained a humble outlook, delighting in studio collaborations, festival stages, and the chance to share stories with fans who admired his gentle stage presence.