What is Sonny James's full name?
James Loden
Sonny James nickname(s):
Sonny James, The Southern Gentleman
Sonny James date of birth:
May 1, 1929
How old was Sonny James when died?
86
Where was Sonny James born?
Hackleburg, Alabama
When did Sonny James die?
February 22, 2016
Sonny James body shape:
Average
What color is Sonny James's hair?
Brown - Dark
Is Sonny James gay or straight?
Straight
What is Sonny James's ethnicity?
White
What is Sonny James nationality?
American
What is Sonny James's occupation?
Country Music Singer And Songwriter
Sonny James claim to fame:
Young Love
What genre is Sonny James's work?
Country Music, Pop Music, Country Music
What instruments does Sonny James play?
Vocals, Guitar, Vocals
Short Biography
James Hugh Loden (born May 1, 1929), known professionally as Sonny James, is an American country music singer and songwriter best known for his 1957 hit, "Young Love". Dubbed the Southern Gentleman, James had 72 country and pop charted releases from 1953 to 1983, including an unprecedented five-year streak of 16 straight Billboard #1 singles among his 26 #1 hits. Twenty-one of his albums reached the country top ten from 1964 to 1976. In May 2007 Sonny, accompanied by his Southern Gentlemen, walked the red carpet and were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. James is currently retired and lives in Nashville, Tennessee.