Charley Pride was an American singer and actor who is best known for his influential country music career and appearances on various television shows. He was born on March 18, 1934, in Sledge, Mississippi, USA, and passed away on December 12, 2020, in Dallas, Texas.
Personal and Family Life
Charley Pride was married to Rozene Pride for many years, starting their marriage on December 28, 1956. Together, they had three children. Charley was known for his deep love for his family and his dedication to his career in music.
Career Highlights
Pride began his career in music and became one of the first African Americans to gain prominence in country music. He made his national television debut on “Hee Haw” in 1969, which helped to significantly boost his popularity. Throughout his career, he achieved numerous chart-topping hits and became a member of the Grand Ole Opry in 1993.
Death and Legacy
Charley Pride passed away on December 12, 2020, due to complications from COVID-19. His contributions to country music paved the way for many artists of color, and he is remembered as a trailblazer and a beloved figure in the industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Ole Opry at Carnegie Hall | 2006-03-11 | Self |
| Charley Pride: Live in Canada | 2005-06-05 | Himself |
| Sweet Daddy Siki | 2017-06-11 | Himself |
| Charley Pride: I’m Just Me | 2019-02-22 | Himself |
| From Nashville With Music | 1969-07-07 | Himself |
| Opry Video Classics: Honky-Tonk Heroes | 2007-11-21 | Himself (archive footage) |
| Country Kings at the BBC | 2014-11-21 | N/A |
| The Black List: Volume Two | 2009-02-26 | Self |
| Nashville 99 | 1977-04-01 | R. B. |
| The Johnny Cash Show | 1969-06-07 | Self |
| Hee Haw | 1969-06-15 | Himself |
| That Good Old Nashville Music | 1971-09-01 | Self |
| The Flip Wilson Show | 1970-09-17 | Self |
| Barbara Mandrell and the Mandrell Sisters | 1980-11-18 | Self |
| The Nashville Palace | 1981-10-24 | Himself |
| Donny & Marie | 1976-01-23 | Self |
| Music Hall America | 1976-09-18 | Himself |
| This Is Pop | 2021-03-06 | Self (archive footage) |
| Dinah! | 1974-10-21 | Self |
| The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson | 1962-10-01 | Self |
| Country Music by Ken Burns | 2019-11-22 | Self (archive footage) |