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Tammy Wynette

(Virginia Wynette Pugh)
country singer
Born: 5/5/1942
Birthplace: Red Bay, Alabama

Country and western singer who gained national recognition with the release of “D-I-V-O-R-C-E” (1968) and “Stand By Your Man” (1968). She also appeared on radio's Grand Ole Opry. She was married to country singer George Jones with whom she sang several duets.

Died: 4/6/1998

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