Regarded as one of the most significant and influential American singers and songwriters of the 20th century, many were in shock after news of his demise hit them. He January 1, 1953, in Oak Hill, West Virginia, United States. He was an American singer, songwriter, and musician who recorded 55 singles that reached the top 10 of the Billboard Country & Western Best Sellers chart, including 12 that reached No. 1.
In this article, we will dive into his personal life to know more about him, especially his family.
Hank Williams wife
He was a married man as of her time of death. He was married twice. He was first married to Audrey Williams. They tried the knot in 1944 and parted away in divorce in 1952. In 1952, he married Billie Jean Horton. Their marriage ended in 1953 after the singer died.
Hank Williams children
Hank has two children, a son and a daughter who have been identified as Hank Williams Jr. and Jett Williams respectively. Both children are musicians.
Hank Williams parents
He is the son of Jessie Lillybelle (1898–1955) and Elonzo Huble Williams (1891–1970). His father was a railroad engineer for the W. T. Smith lumber company and was drafted during World War I, serving from July 1918 to June 1919.
Hank Williams siblings
He is from a family of three siblings. He happens to be the youngest among the siblings. He has an elder brother, Ernest Huble Williams, who was born to first child on July 5, 1921; he died two days later.
He has an elder sister Irene Williams.
