Bluegrass Legend Bobby Osborne, Singer of "Rocky Top," Passes at 91
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Bobby Osborne, one-half of the bluegrass duo The Osborne Brothers and known for popularizing "Rocky Top," has passed away at the age of 91. The Grand Ole Opry confirmed his death and praised his legacy as a bluegrass pioneer. The Osborne Brothers achieved international fame with their hit song "Rocky Top" and performed together for over five decades. Bobby Osborne continued to record and perform even in his advanced years, earning a Grammy nomination in 2017. He was recognized for his dedication to bluegrass music and received the Governor's Awards in the Arts.
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