Born in Abbott, Texas, Willie Nelson was raised by his grandparents. Willie's grandfather gave him his first guitar when he was only 6 years old, and he wrote his first song at just 7.

Willie Nelson has released a new book that looks back at the inspirations and process behind both his well-known and lesser-known songs. ... "I feel like he's had such an influence on me.

Here, read all about Willie Nelson’s eight kids. Renee Butts Willie Nelson’s eldest daughter Renee was born in 1953, but it wasn’t until 2012 that the country superstar learned of her existence.

Willie Nelson, the iconic Texas singer-songwriter, ... evoking Django Reinhardt, the Belgian-born jazz guitar master whom Willie held as his most enduring musical influence. ...

3 Current Country Artists That Are Deeply Influenced by Willie Nelson (And It Shows) By. ... he also covered Willie Nelson’s “Angel Flying Too Close to the Ground” on the Howard Stern Show.

Music Willie Nelson, the People’s Champion The man from Abbott has never forgotten his humble roots—and has tirelessly devoted himself to helping others.

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Thousands braved the Texas heat for Willie Nelson’s 1979 picnic, held on a golf course he bought himself. Here's how it all ...

Willie Nelson and his long-running Outlaw Music Festival canceled a concert in Oklahoma following an "extreme weather event" ...

Musician Willie Nelson is presented with his 5th Degree Black Belt in the art of Gong Kwon Yu Sul by Grand Master Sam Um at his studio Master Martial Arts on April 28, 2014 in Austin, Texas.