Bill Monroe Death
Bill passed away on September 9, 1996 at the age of 84 in Springfield, Tennessee, USA. Bill's cause of death was stroke.
Bill Monroe death quick facts:
When did Bill Monroe die?
September 9, 1996How did Bill Monroe die? What was the cause of death?
StrokeHow old was Bill Monroe when died?
84Where did Bill Monroe die? What was the location of death?
Springfield, Tennessee, USA
Bill Monroe Birthday and Date of Death
Bill Monroe was born on September 13, 1911 and died on September 9, 1996. Bill was 84 years old at the time of death.
Birthday: September 13, 1911
Date of Death: September 9, 1996
Age at Death: 84
Bill Monroe - Biography
William Smith Monroe (/mənˈroʊ/; September 13, 1911 – September 9, 1996) was an American mandolinist, singer, and songwriter who created the style of music known as bluegrass. The genre takes its name from his band, the Blue Grass Boys, named for Monroe's home state of Kentucky. Monroe's performing career spanned 69 years as a singer, instrumentalist, composer and bandleader. He is often referred to as the Father of Bluegrass.
