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About Hank Cochran
Hank Cochran was a well-known American country music composer and singer, regarded as one of the genre's most prolific and well-liked writers.
Rise to Fame
He came into the limelight following the success of his single "Sally Was a Good Old Girl." Cochrane began his career in the 1960s as a songwriter. He wrote hundreds of songs, many of which became huge hits.
Cochran authored and co-wrote many memorable hit songs for country performers like Eddy Arnold, Patsy Cline, George Jones, and Norah Jones.
He released "Hits from the Heart," his first album, in 1965, and it became a significant hit. He subsequently followed it up with other commercially successful songs, including "The Heart of Hank," "Going on Training," "With a Little Help from My Friends," and "Honeysuckle Rose."
Cochran appeared on television and in films like "True Romance," "The Man Who Fell to Earth," and "Starman."
Accolades
In 2011 this country music star was honored at the Academy of Country Music Awards with a "Poet's Award" award.
Cause of Death
Cochran died from pancreatic cancer complications.
Trivia
He was skilled with the guitar.
He briefly stayed at the orphanage after his parents split at age nine.
Cochran was a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame.
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F.A.Q. about Hank Cochran
When is his birthday?
Hank Cochran's birthday is on August 2, 1935.
In how many days is his birthday?
Hank's birthday is in 99 days
How old was Hank when he died?
He was 74 years old.
When did he die?
He died in July 15, 2010.
How old would he be today?
Hank Cochran would be 88 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Hank from?
He was born in Isola, Mississippi, U.S..