It’s probably no surprise to anyone that when it comes to Thanksgiving at Hank Jr.’s house…there’s gonna be some hunting involved! Followed by lots of food shared by friends.
Hank says that a big tradition on the Williams’ table starts long before the cooking begins. They always have a wild turkey that he, a friend, or a family member took from the farm.
And although Hank may not be the main cook at Thanksgiving, he’s very capable…
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Hank Jr. – he does cook :08
“I do cook and it’s probably gonna be a deep fried, wild turkey or elk roast…Bocephus style.”
More Hank Jr. Notes
His current single is “Are You Ready For the Country” with Eric Church.
The new album, It’s About Time, will be released January 15.
You can pre-order now at: http://www.hankjr.com/home/
WHAT HE’S DOING THIS WEEK – NOVEMBER 23, 2015 – MONDAY
- Hank Williams Jr. released the video with Eric Church – a remake of “Are You Ready For the Country.” You can see it here.
- His latest single is with Eric Church – a remake of “Are You Ready For the Country.” You can get the song here.
- Hank’s new album will be called It’s About Time and can be pre-ordered here.
HANK WILLIAMS JR. – JUST THE FACTS
OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.hankjr.com/home/
FACEBOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/hankjr
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/hankjr
BIRTH DATE: May 26, 1949 (He’s 66)
HOMETOWN / ORIGIN: Shreveport, Louisiana
CHILDREN: Hank Williams III, Holly Williams, Hilary Williams, Samuel Williams, and Katie Williams.
DEBUT ALBUM: Hank’s debut album was released in 1964 and called Your Cheatin’ Heart
CURRENT ALBUM: It’s About Time – to be released in January 15, 2016.
CURRENT SINGLE: “Are You Ready For The Country” with Eric Church
LATEST MUSIC VIDEO – 2015 – “Are You Ready For The Country” with Eric Church – Has been filmed is coming soon.
RECENT TWEETS:
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Hank Williams, Jr. @HankJr Nov 19
Enter to win Hank’s autographed guitar from the #CMAawards at http://www.HANKandERIC.com #HANKandERIC
Hank Williams, Jr. @HankJr Nov 17
Get Hank’s brand new song #AreYouReady when you preorder #ItsAboutTime on @iTunes! Enjoy: http://smarturl.it/HankIAT
HANK WILLIAMS JR. – AWARD WINS
2007 – Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame – Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame Inductee
2007 – CMT – CMT Giants
2007 – Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame – Tennessean of the Year
2006 – CMT Music Awards – Johnny Cash Visionary Award
2003 – CMT – No. 20 in CMT’s 40 Greatest Men of Country Music
1994 – Emmy Award – Composed Theme
1993 – Emmy Award – Composed Theme
1992 – Emmy Award – Composed Theme
1991 – Emmy Award – Composed Theme
1990 – TNN/Music City News – Video of the Year – There’s A Tear in My Beer
1990 – TNN/Music City News -Vocal Collaboration of the Year – There’s A Tear in My Beer
1989 – Academy of Country Music – Video of the Year – There’s A Tear in My Beer
1989 – CMA Awards – Music Video of the Year – There’s A Tear in My Beer
1989 – CMA Awards -Vocal Event of the Year – There’s A Tear in My Beer
1989 – Grammy Award – Best Country Collaboration with Vocals – There’s A Tear in My Beer
1988 – Academy of Country Music – Entertainer of the Year
1988 – Academy of Country Music – Video of the Year – Young Country
1988 – CMA Awards – Album of the Year – Born to Boogie
1988 – CMA Awards – Entertainer of the Year
1987 – Academy of Country Music – Entertainer of the Year
1987 – CMA Awards – Entertainer of the Year
1987 – CMA Awards – Music Video of the Year – My Name is Bocephus
1986 – Academy of Country Music – Entertainer of the Year
1985 – CMA Awards – Music Video of the Year – All My Rowdy Friends Are Coming Over Tonight
1984 – Academy of Country Music – Video of the Year – All My Rowdy Friends Are Coming Over Tonight