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- Birth nameRalph Edmund Stanley
- Dr. Ralph Edmond Stanley, Senior was born to Lucy and Lee Stanley in Big Spraddle Creek, Virginia, near Stratton, in Dickenson County, Virginia on February 25, 1927. Ralph grew up in Southwestern Virginia. He is married to Jimmi, and they have 3 children, Lisa Tonya, and Ralph Stanley, II. Recently, Ralph opened a museum in Clintwood, Virginia. He currently resides in Coeburn, Virginia.
- IMDb mini biography by: D.
- SpouseJimmi Stanley(1968 - June 23, 2016) (his death, 3 children)
- In 2001 won the Grammy for "Best Male Country Vocal Performance" for his a capella rendition of the traditional song "O Death", from the soundtrack to O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000).
- Received an honorary doctorate in music from Lincoln Memorial University in 1976.
- Synonymous with Appalachian music, Stanley experienced a resurgence with his contributions to the 'O Brother, Where Art Thou' soundtrack.
- He was awarded the 2006 American National Medal of the Arts by the National Endowment of the Arts in Washington D.C. for his services to music.
- Inducted into the Grand Old Opry in January 2000.
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