Jimmy Fortune

Jimmy Fortune (born March 11, 1955) is an American country music singer from Nelson County, Virginia. Fortune sang tenor for The Statler Brothers for 21 years, and wrote the song "Elizabeth" for the group. Shortly after the Statler Brothers disbanded, he began to perform as a solo artist.

Jimmy Fortune
Fortune (center) with Dailey & Vincent
Background information
Born (1955-03-11) March 11, 1955
Williamsburg, Virginia
OriginNelson County, Virginia
GenresCountry
Occupation(s)Singer
InstrumentsVocals, guitar
Years active1982–present
Labels
  • Audium
  • Song Garden
  • Fortune Enterprises
Formerly ofThe Statler Brothers
WebsiteOfficial Website

Fortune was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2008 as a member of The Statler Brothers.

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