Jimmy Fortune Bio, Age, Height, Family, Wife, Children, Songs, Net Worth and Statler Brothers
Jimmy Fortune Biography and Wiki
Jimmy Fortune is an American well-known country music singer from Nelson County, Virginia. He sang tenor for The Statler Brothers for 21 years and wrote the song “Elizabeth” for the group. After The Statler Brothers retired, Fortune continues to perform as a solo artist.
How old is Jimmy Fortune? | Jimmy Fortune Age
Fortune is 66 years old as of 2021, he was born on March 11, 1955, in Williamsburg, Virginia, U.S.
Jimmy Fortune Height and Weight
Fortune stands at an average height with a moderate weight. However, his exact height and weight are currently under review and will be updated soon.
Jimmy Fortune Family
Fortune was born and raised in Virginia, where he attended Nelson County High School. He is the son of Odie Fortune (father) and Dabney Fortune (mother). The couple got married on the 10th of October 1998. However, details regarding his siblings are still unavailable. We will update soonest possible once this information is out.
Jimmy Fortune Wife and Children
Fortune is happily married to his long-time spouse, Nina Fortune. Together, they are the proud parents of six children namely Jimmy Fortune, Jr., Jessica Fortune, Grant Fortune, Chris Fortune, Matthew Fortune, Meghann Fortune, and Cortney Fortune.
Jimmy Fortune Facts and Body Measurements
Facts
- Full Names: Jimmy Fortune
- Gender: Male
- Occupation/Profession: Singer
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity / Heritage / Race: White
- Age / How Old: 66 years old as of 2020
- Date of Birth: March 11, 1955
- Place of Birth: Williamsburg, Virginia
- Father: Odie Fortune
- Mother: Dabney Fortune
- Siblings: Not Known
- Marital Status: Married
- Wife / Spouse: Nina Fortune
- Children: Six
Body Measurements
- Hair Color: Not Available
- Eye Color: Not Available
- Body Measurements: Not Available
- Height: Average
- Weight: Moderate
Jimmy Fortune Statler Brothers
Fortune began performing with the Statler Brothers in 1982 and joined the group permanently later in the year when DeWitt was unable to return to the stage. He wrote several number one songs that were recorded by the Statler Brothers, including “Elizabeth”, “Too Much on My Heart”, and “My Only Love”. “More Than a Name on a Wall” was a country song that reached the top ten. “Elizabeth” recently was a top bluegrass release for Dailey & Vincent. Fortune spent 21 years touring, singing, and performing with the Statler Brothers.
The Statler Brothers’ Don, Harold, and Phil retired in 2002. Fortune started to perform as a solo artist with an extensive performance schedule in the United States and Canada. He has continued as a songwriter and has recorded several projects in Nashville, most of which he produced himself.
In 2015 Fortune released Hits & Hymns produced by Ben Isaacs. The album reached Top Ten on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart, and the DVD release of a TV special, “Jimmy Fortune: Hits & Hymns,” hosted by Bill Gaither, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Music Video chart.
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Jimmy Fortune Net Worth
Fortune has an approximated net worth of $6 million US dollars as of 2021. He has amassed this amount from his successful career as a singer and songwriter.
Jimmy Fortune Songs
- Too Much on My Heart
- Far Side Banks Of Jordan
- More Than a Name on a Wall
- The Other Side Of The Cross
- My Only Love
- Precious Memories
- Victory In Jesus
- Life’s Railway To Heaven
- Just A Closer Walk With Thee
- If I Was God
- Danny Boy
- Virginia Dreams
- On the Other Side
- Closer To You
- Take It To The Limit
- Love the Hate Away
- Elizabeth
- I Believe
- Amazing Grace
- How Great Thou Art
- In The Sweet By And By
- Rock Of Ages