Author Archives: Shannon Pollard
70 Years Ago Today
70 years ago today, Sally Gayhart of Louisville, KY and Eddy Arnold were married. Pee Wee KIng was his Best Man. Check out this telegram wishing them well. We miss you both.
Just a Letter Home – A Veteran’s Day Reminder
In honor of all veterans, please take a look at this letter from Sgt. John Arnold, Eddy’s brother, who was member of the 82nd Airborne, 325th Glider Unit. He was killed the morning after D-Day. This letter is dated May … [more]
Eddy Arnold: First CMA Entertainer of the Year
Did you know Eddy Arnold was the first CMA Entertainer of the Year? Click here to read more about that night in 1967.
Tagged CMA, Country Music Association, Eddy Arnold, Entertainer of the Year
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Happy Birthday SaSa!
Happy Birthday SaSa! Today Sally Arnold would be 91. Here is a photo of her in the “old house” in the living room/kitchen combo that housed their first color TV and a parrot. It’s possible she had just been golfing. … [more]
Update on Roberta Edging – Eddy Arnold’s Longtime Assistant
As many of you know, Roberta Edging, Eddy Arnold’s assistant for over forty years has had recent health problems that have kept her in either the hospital and/or a nursing facility over the last two weeks. Remember the Source Award … [more]
Hank III goes Cattle Callin’
I have not had a chance to hear Hank III’s new cd set which includes one titled Cattle Callin’ but as a longtime fan of the grandson of Hank Williams and son of Hank Jr., I am looking forward to … [more]
Tagged Cattle Call, Cattle Callin', Eddy Arnold, Hank 3, Hank III, Hank Jr., Hank Williams, Peter Cooper
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Wonderful Email from Legendary Producer and Family Friend Rik Tinory
I just had a wonderful email exchange with legendary artist, songwriter and award winning producer Rik Tinory who was a colleague and friend to Eddy Arnold. Mr. Tinory’s credits are extensive, including Aerosmith’s Pump album, among many other classics. Click … [more]
Fire Claims Cowboy Jack Clement’s Home and Studio
Folks, click here to read an article describing yesterday’s fire at Cowboy Jack Clement’s home and studio. Eddy Arnold recorded his last album at this studio and he truly enjoyed spending time there with Mr. Clements and his cats. Cowboy … [more]
New Eddy Arnold Photo from 1966
Here’s a long lost photo of Eddy Arnold with an unknown child. Note the title of the magazine as well as Wanda Jackson on the cover and Buck Owens on the back.
