Chet Atkins Biography, Age, Height, Wife, Net Worth, Family
Age, Biography and Wiki
Chet Atkins was an American guitarist, songwriter, and record producer who was one of the most influential and innovative musicians of the 20th century. He was known as "Mr. Guitar" and "The Country Gentleman" for his smooth, sophisticated style of playing. He was a pioneer of the Nashville sound, which combined elements of country, jazz, and pop music. He was also a prolific session musician, playing on hundreds of recordings by artists such as Elvis Presley, The Everly Brothers, and Roy Orbison. He released over 70 albums as a solo artist and won 14 Grammy Awards. He was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1973 and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001. At the time of his death in 2001, he was estimated to have sold over 75 million records worldwide.
| Popular As | Chester Burton Atkins |
| Occupation | soundtrack,actor,composer |
| Age | 77 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
| Born | 20 June, 1924 |
| Birthday | 20 June |
| Birthplace | Luttrell, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Date of death | June 30, 2001 |
| Died Place | Nashville, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Nationality | TN |
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Chet Atkins Height, Weight & Measurements
At 77 years old, Chet Atkins height is 6' (1.83 m) .
| Physical Status | |
|---|---|
| Height | 6' (1.83 m) |
| Weight | Not Available |
| Body Measurements | Not Available |
| Eye Color | Not Available |
| Hair Color | Not Available |
Who Is Chet Atkins's Wife?
His wife is Leona Johnson (m. 1946–2001)
| Family | |
|---|---|
| Parents | Not Available |
| Wife | Leona Johnson (m. 1946–2001) |
| Sibling | Not Available |
| Children | Merle Atkins Russell |
Chet Atkins Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Chet Atkins worth at the age of 77 years old? Chet Atkins’s income source is mostly from being a successful Soundtrack. He is from TN. We have estimated Chet Atkins's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2023 | $1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2023 | Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2022 | Pending |
| Salary in 2022 | Under Review |
| House | Not Available |
| Cars | Not Available |
| Source of Income | Soundtrack |
Chet Atkins Social Network
Timeline
Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2002 (under the category Side-Men).
Won 14 Grammys, including a Lifetime Achievement Award in 1993.
Inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1973, at age 49.
Covered the song "Sugarfoot Rag" by Hank Garland, for his album "Guitar Country" (1964)
Chet Atkins was an A&R (artist and repertoire) executive for RCA Victor Records from 1958 until 1974, producing recordings for such artists as Elvis Presley, Bobby Bare, Eddy Arnold, Jim Reeves, Skeeter Davis, Waylon Jennings, Duane Eddy, The Browns, Charley Pride, Hank Snow and The Everly Brothers, to name just a few.
Daughter, Merle (named after Merle Travis), born 1947.
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