Mickey Gilley
American country music singer and musician
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About Mickey Gilley
Mickey was an incredible American musician whose works were mainly in the country music genre. He was also an incredible songwriter.
Personal Life
Mickey Leroy Gilley was the son of Irene and Arthur Gilley. He was also the cousin of Jerry Lee Lewis. In 1953, he made Geraldine Garrett his wife but the marriage lasted for about eight years. In the following year, he married Vivian McDonald but she passed on in 2019.
Career
He finally had a breakthrough after struggling in music. He started a nightclub which was his first in 1970. He went on to record the track “Room Full of Roses”. The track was a hit even though he put it together only for fun. After realizing the constant changes in the music scene, he decided to follow suit and also do changes to his style as well. Songs like “Bring It On Home To Me”, “Fool For Your Love”, “True Love Always” and "You Don’t Know Me” which he recorded and released all became hits.
Trivia
His nightclub was used in the movie “Urban Cowboy” especially the part with the mechanical bull.
Health Challenge
In 2009, he got injured and paralyzed.
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F.A.Q. about Mickey Gilley
When is his birthday?
Mickey Gilley's birthday is on March 9, 1936.
In how many days is his birthday?
Mickey's birthday is in 318 days
How old was Mickey when he died?
He was 86 years old.
When did he die?
He died in May 7, 2022.
How old would he be today?
Mickey Gilley would be 88 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Mickey from?
He was born in Natchez, Mississippi, U.S..