Glen Campbell

Born in 1936 in Arkansas, Glen Campbell moved to Albuquerque, N.M., at 18 years old to join his uncle's band. After two years playing with his uncle and in his own band, the Western Wranglers, the future musical icon moved to Los Angeles in 1960 to be a studio musician; his guitar skills earned him spots on records from artists such as Bobby Darin, Nat King Cole, Merle Haggard, Elvis Presley and the Monkees, among others. Campbell's own first album as an artist, 'Big Bluegrass Special', was released in 1962; however, it wasn't until 1967's 'Gentle on My Mind' that he earned his first No. 1 record. The legend released more than 30 albums on Capitol Records -- projects that spawned No. 1 hits such as "Wichita Lineman," "Galveston" and "Try a Little Kindness," among others -- before moving to Atlantic Records and a series of other labels beginning in the early 1980s. Campbell also found success as a TV and movie star, in films such as 'True Grit' and 'Norwood' and as the host of TV shows such as 'The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour' and 'The Glen Campbell Music Show'. In 2011, Campbell revealed that he had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and embarked on a farewell tour that ended in November of 2012. His final performances, as well as his battle with the illness, are documented in the critically acclaimed documentary 'Glen Campbell ... I'll Be Me'. Married four times, Campbell has eight children.

Glen Campbell Tour Soldiers On as Alzheimer’s Progresses
Glen Campbell Tour Soldiers On as Alzheimer’s Progresses
Glen Campbell Tour Soldiers On as Alzheimer’s Progresses
Glen Campbell's diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease last year shocked the iconic entertainer's fans all over the world. And even though the veteran singer is soldiering on with his Goodbye Tour while the illness chips away at his memory, Glen's daughter, Ashley, who travels in his band with him, says she can sense the great difficulty he has at times.
Glen Campbell, Jimmy Webb Are ‘In Session’ on Vintage CD/DVD
Glen Campbell, Jimmy Webb Are ‘In Session’ on Vintage CD/DVD
Glen Campbell, Jimmy Webb Are ‘In Session’ on Vintage CD/DVD
Throughout his legendary career, Glen Campbell topped the pop and country charts with a number of songs penned by Jimmy Webb. "By the Time I Get to Phoenix," "Wichita Lineman," "Galveston" and "Where's the Playground Susie" are just a few of the tunes written by the Oklahoma-born Webb that were popularized by Campbell through his albums, concerts and frequen
Glen Campbell Final L.A. Concert: ‘Rhinestone Cowboy’ Given Star-Studded Send-Off
Glen Campbell Final L.A. Concert: ‘Rhinestone Cowboy’ Given Star-Studded Send-Off
Glen Campbell Final L.A. Concert: ‘Rhinestone Cowboy’ Given Star-Studded Send-Off
Tim Mosenfelder, Getty Images Glen Campbell's Los Angeles swan song came with a high-wattage send-off Sunday night (June 24). Two hours before the legend took the stage at the Hollywood Bowl, a cavalcade of musicians -- some contemporaries, some acolytes -- paid homage to the Grammy winner, providing the audience with a broad expanse of his 50+ year career...
Glen Campbell, ‘A Better Place’ — Video Premiere
Glen Campbell, ‘A Better Place’ — Video Premiere
Glen Campbell, ‘A Better Place’ — Video Premiere
Glen Campbell's long and luminous career is coming to an end, as the 76-year-old will retire after wrapping up his Goodbye Tour later this year. To celebrate his legacy, the superstar entertainer has released his final and fitting video, "A Better Place." Watch the world premiere of the touching clip below.
2012 CMA Music Festival Boasts Legendary Lineup
2012 CMA Music Festival Boasts Legendary Lineup
2012 CMA Music Festival Boasts Legendary Lineup
Even more big names have been added to the 2012 CMA Music Festival lineup ... really big names. Glen Campbell, Ronnie Milsap and Kenny Rogers will all play at downtown Nashville's LP Field during this summer's star-studded event, along with the Mavericks, who are reuniting after almost a decade apart, just in time for Music Fest...
Autographed Glen Campbell Guitar Contest
Autographed Glen Campbell Guitar Contest
Autographed Glen Campbell Guitar Contest
How'd you like to own a guitar autographed by the 'Rhinestone Cowboy' himself? Our friends at Spinner have teamed up with Glen Campbell to give away a Fender Squier Stratocaster, signed by the country music legend. (See a photo of the guitar below, along with instructions on entering to win...
Glen Campbell Grammys 2012: Blake Shelton, the Band Perry Join Legend for Medley of Hits
Glen Campbell Grammys 2012: Blake Shelton, the Band Perry Join Legend for Medley of Hits
Glen Campbell Grammys 2012: Blake Shelton, the Band Perry Join Legend for Medley of Hits
Grammy Lifetime Achievement award winner Glen Campbell certainly didn't show signs of his Alzheimer's disease on the Grammy stage Sunday night. The country legend, who's been using teleprompters on his current farewell tour, never glanced down once singing his iconic 'Rhinestone Cowboy,' and he had everyone from Paul McCartney to Lady Gaga singing and clapping along...
Glen Campbell Collection Celebrates Grammy Legend
Glen Campbell Collection Celebrates Grammy Legend
Glen Campbell Collection Celebrates Grammy Legend
In 1962, the first album by accomplished session guitarist and future pop-country superstar Glen Campbell was released. 'Big Bluegrass Special,' credited to the Green River Boys and Glen Campbell, featured 'Kentucky Means Paradise' and introduced the musician to a wider audience, although his real breakthrough would come five years later with the Grammy-winning album and single, 'Gentle on My Mind

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