Biography
Willie Hugh Nelson (born April 30, 1933) is an American country singer-songwriter, author, poet, actor, and activist. Nelson was one of the main figures of the Outlaw Movement, a subgenre of Country music that developed between the end of 1960s and early 1980s. The critical success of the albums Shotgun Willie, Phases and Stages, and the commercial success of Red Headed Stranger made Nelson one of the most recognized artists in country music. Nelson is also recognized for his contributions to charity, he is the president and one of the founding members of Farm Aid charity concert, and his activism for the legalization of marijuana and for the use of bio-fuels.
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Known For
Jimmy's Seen (1)
Filmography
Acting Credits (198)
The Man with the Big Hat
Archival Footage
2026
Willie Nelson Presents: King of the Roadies
Self
2025
Willie and Me
Willie Nelson / Bones
2024
The Greatest Night in Pop
Self (archive footage)
2024
Willie Nelson & Family
Self
2023