A few years down the line, when Haggard was smitten by Leona Williams, he couldn't make up his mind between the two women. She was previously married to fellow country singer Buck Owens. Owens was one of his most trusted companions and she even cared for Haggard's kids from his first marriage. She was the headliner while Haggard was the up-and-comer as they crooned melodious hits. While playing on stage, he also said the track chronicled a sudden burst of feelings for her while touring together.
Their relationship struck the chord with all of their fans and Haggard even credited her for helping him with his music career and shared the writing credit for his song, 'Today I Started Loving You Again'. Soon after he divorced Hobbs, he found love in the arms of singer Bonnie Owens and married her in the year 1965. Musician/songwriter Merle Haggard (Getty Images) From 1956 to 1964, they were together for eight years and had four children, Dana, Marty, Kelli and Noel. Not just his singing prowess, but his personal relationships were also much talked about.ĭid you know Haggard married five times? The singer first walked the aisle with Leona Hobbs at the age of 19. With songs like 'Workin' Man Blues', 'Sing Me Back Home', 'I Think I'll Just Stay Here' and 'Silver Wings', Haggard continues to live in the hearts of music lovers. Paying tribute to Grammy winner, A&E is all set to air a documentary, titled 'Merle Haggard: Salute to a Country Legend', for the country singer, songwriter, guitarist and fiddler. It has been four years since the country music icon breathed his last on Aphis 79th birthday - but his songs continue to make the day a little merrier.
A calming sensation fills your mind as you listen to Merle Haggard's magical voice.
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