Feb 19, 2009 · David "Stringbean" Akeman, star of the Grand Ole Opry and Hee-Haw, was born in Annville, KY (also the birthplace of world champion fiddler Freddie Langdon) in 1916.

David Akeman (June 17, 1915 [1] – November 10, 1973) [2] better known as Stringbean (or String Bean), was an American singer-songwriter, musician, comedian, and semiprofessional baseball player [3] best known for his role as a main cast member on the hit television show Hee Haw and as a member of the Grand Ole Opry.

Mar 3, 2013 · On Saturday night, November 10, 1973, Akeman and his wife returned home after he performed at the Grand Ole Opry. Both were shot dead shortly after their arrival. The killers had waited for hours. The bodies were discovered the following morning by their neighbor, Grandpa Jones.

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In a skit, a restaurant critic visits the Honeys' club. Comedian Jacky Ward sings "Rhythm of the Falling Rain," and joins the family for a medley of songs from the '50s. Other music: "Walking on New Grass" and "Southern Nights." Danny Davis and the Nashville Brass perform "Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain" and, with the cast, "I Saw the Light."

Nov 9, 2011 · In 1973, the brutal murder of Stringbean and his wife, Estelle Stanfill Akeman, at their remote three-room cabin shocked Nashville's music community.

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Jun 10, 2007 · Banjo picker, country comedian, originator of hip-hop fashion, Dave "Stringbean" Akeman is a legend in country music. Everything about the man defied convention, but at the same time his music defined tradition. The start of his life followed what seems...

Oct 15, 2014 · What do banjos, a fishing line, a robbery, and mice have in common? They all feature in this unusual, but tragic, double murder. At 10:15 p.m. on Saturday 10 th November 1973, banjo player David Akeman was performing on …

Jun 11, 2019 · 6 foot 5 inch country music star David "Stringbean" Akeman was on Hee Haw, and played at the Grand Ole Opry. His only indulgence was a new Cadillac each year