June 11, 1949 - Hank Williams shoots into superstardom overnight when he performs his new single, "Lovesick Blues," at Nashville's "Grand Old Opry." He's called back for a record six encores.

 

 

 

 

 

Hank & Hezzy’s Driftin’ Cowboys ca. 1938 – Left to right Smith Adair, Braxton Schuffert, Irene Williams, Hank Williams, Freddie Beach. Front Carolyn Parker and unknown woman