Barbara Mandrell Rank
About Barbara Mandrell
During the 1970s and 80s, Barbara Mandrell established herself as one of the leading country musicians in the United States. At an early age, she started playing a number of musical instruments including the steel guitar, and the accordion. In 1969, she earned a recording deal with Columbia Records through which she recorded a number of singles including her version of the song "I've Been Loving You Too Long (To Stop Now)" which was originally recorded by Otis Redding.
In 1971, she issued her first album which was named “Treat Him Right”. By the end of 1994, she had recorded a total of 25 albums including “Spun Gold” and “Midnight Angel”.
Other projects
Aside from music, Mandrell is also known for her television roles. She started gaining attention for her role in the television show “Barbara Mandrell and the Mandrell Sisters”. She has also worked as an actress and is best known for her performance in the 1984 film “Burning Rage”.
Barbara Mandrell’s parents, siblings, spouse, and children
She’s one of the children of Irby Matthew and Mary Ellen McGill Mandrell. Her sisters Louise Mandrell, and Ellen Irlene Mandrell are both well-known names in the entertainment industry.
She has been married to Ken Dudney. They became a married couple in 1967 and together they have raised three kids named Nathaniel Mandrell Dudney, Kenneth Matthew Dudney, and Jaime Nicole Dudney.
Awards
She has been decorated with many accolades including Grammy Awards, Academy of Country Music Awards, American Music Awards, and People's Choice Awards.
She’s also a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum, and the Music City Walk of Fame.
Trivia
Her dad served as her first manager.
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F.A.Q. about Barbara Mandrell
When is her birthday?
Barbara Mandrell's birthday is on December 25, 1948.
In how many days is her birthday?
Barbara's birthday is in 289 days
How old is she?
She is 76 years old.
Where is Barbara from?
She was born in Houston, Texas, U.S..