Big Joe Williams Death
Big passed away on December 17, 1982 at the age of 79.
When did Big Joe Williams die?
December 17, 1982How old was Big Joe Williams when died?
79
Big Joe Williams Birthday and Date of Death
Big Joe Williams was born on October 16, 1903 and died on December 17, 1982. Big was 79 years old at the time of death.
Birthday: October 16, 1903
Date of Death: December 17, 1982
Age at Death: 79
Big Joe Williams - Biography
Joseph Lee Williams (October 16, 1903 – December 17, 1982), billed throughout his career as Big Joe Williams, was an American Delta blues guitarist, singer and songwriter, notable for the distinctive sound of his nine-string guitar. Performing over four decades, he recorded such songs as "Baby Please Don't Go", "Crawlin' King Snake" and "Peach Orchard Mama" for a variety of record labels, including Bluebird, Delmark, Okeh, Prestige and Vocalion. Williams was inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame on October 4, 1992.
