Gordon has two brothers and between them they continue the multi-talented music industry legacy of their parents. “While other families might gather around the TV to enjoy time together,” Kennedy recalls, “we gathered around a tape machine. Beloved wife of the late Gordon Kennedy for 68 years. He is a 3-time #1 hit songwriter, an author, actor, novelist, playwright and life coach. In 2007 Kennedy also received a Grammy Award for Best Pop Instrumental Album, co-producing, composing and performing on Peter Frampton’s Fingerprints album. The couple relocated to Nashville in 1961 as the country music boom was just getting underway. Survivors include his wife, Amber Kennedy; daughters, Scherrie Kennedy and Stacie Williams and Chris Williams (son-in-law); sister, Anne Settembrini; stepdaughters, Raven Guard and Aaron Gard (son-in -law), and Farrah McGuire and John McGuire (son-in-law); grandchildren, Meghan Williams, Tanner Williams, Madison McGuire, Hailey … From 2010 to 2012, Kennedy narrated the British edition of Kitchen Nightmares encompassing 26 episodes. Gord Kennedy, of Calgary, AB, passed away on Saturday, December 26, 2020 in his home at the age of 70 years. Kennedy resides near Nashville, TN, with his wife Tracey and their two children. As a Belmont University alumnus, Gordon has been recognized as a Morris Family Mentor & Lecture Series, Curb College Distinguished Lecturer, and in 2014 received the Curb College’s Robert E. Mulloy Award of Excellence. Kennedy grew up in Tranent, East Lothian, and attended George Watson's College in Edinburgh. Kennedy currently serves on the Belmont University Advisory Board, and has served on the Board of Governors for the Nashville’s National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences. He was a professional hockey player with the Washington Lions of the EHL in 1945/1946. Transcription. Andrew Sully (Gordon Kennedy), Sun-Mi’s husband, is devastated by his and his wife’s loss. He first rose to prominence in the sketch show Absolutely and "progressed downwards to co-host"[4] the 'original' National Lottery show, alongside Anthea Turner, as well as appearing as himself in a Punt and Dennis spoof of Bugs entitled Plugs as the antagonist who rigs the lottery results to win £100 million on an eight-week rollover. Peacefully with her family by her side on Thursday, August 1, 2013 at the age of 86. She married, firstly, Nicholas Hay, 2nd Earl of Erroll, son of William Hay, 1st Earl of Erroll and Lady Beatrix Douglas, in 1461. Gord later met and married Rita (nee Ruck) and together they had one daughter Crystal Kennedy. In Shreveport, LA. He starred in the Channel 4 sketch show Absolutely, and appeared in BBC drama series Robin Hood and Red Cap. Gordon Kennedy – Still Ehret After All These Years – Mucus-free Life Gordon Kennedy – Still Ehret After All These Years. My brothers Bryan, Shelby and I couldn’t wait to hear from Roger Miller, Bob Dylan, Roy Orbison, The Statler Brothers or Jerry Lee Lewis.” The Meet the Beatles album his dad gave him when he was five, and more records from his father’s days as an executive of the Mercury Records office of Nashville, provided him with a diverse diet of music. Views: 335. Kennedy co-wrote "You Move Me" recorded by Garth Brooks which reached #2 on the Billboard Country Airplay Chart in 1998. Kennedy resides near Nashville, TN, with his wife Tracey and their two children. His brother, Bryan is tour manager and “all-purpose multi-threat guy for Garth,” explains Gordon. [5][6] He has also appeared many times on Test Match Sofa. His son, Dylan is already an accomplished mandolin player and builder, following in his father and grandfather’s musical footsteps. Kennedy’s most successful composition is the international hit song "Change The World,” recorded by Eric Clapton for which Kennedy and his co-writers received a Grammy Award for Song of the Year in 1996. It’s a great honor to be asked to tour with him and the other fine musicians that will be a part of the band.” It’s a feather in the cap of a successful career for Kennedy to accompany his friend Garth on this legendary tour. Kennedy played on or produced nearly all of the country music records of Jerry Lee Lewis. Kennedy’s live shows are a treasure trove of colorful backstories and outstanding performances that one only as talented and immersed in rich experiences can truly deliver. He succeeded to the title of 2nd Lord Kennedy in 1489 after the death of his father. Another work done by Kennedy on Dobro was Jeannie C. Riley's "Harper Valley PTA". He was predeceased by his first wife, Florence Trotter, in 1983. Jerry and Linda Kennedy, Gordon’s Parents. He was one of the session musicians used by Bob Dylan in recording his classic album Blonde on Blonde, in 1966. The song won Record of the Year for Eric Clapton, and spent a record breaking 81 weeks on the top of the charts. In addition to her parents, she is … It was a career bending recording that was a departure from Skaggs’s bluegrass records. Gordon Kennedy is a multi GRAMMY Award-winning songwriter and producer, world-class guitarist and visionary at the forefront of Nashville’s music community. Julie was predeceased by her father Thomas Kennedy, her mother June Block and most recently her brother Gordon Kennedy. Published: ... Ontario and the Maritimes. Carol, a well-known and … Jerry and Linda (Brannon) met as teenagers in 1957 while singing and performing on the Louisiana Hayride. Bluegrass Legend Ricky Skaggs’s Grammy nominated Mosaic, released in 2010, was produced and co-written mostly by Kennedy. “It’s not just anyone I’d leave my family, the comfort of my home and my studio to hit the road with, but Garth’s an exception.”. A Memorial Service will be held for 20 attendees, on Saturday, January 30, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. Whether it’s comedy, action, drama or horror, actor Gordon Kennedy has done it all. 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Kennedy will join Garth Brooks 2019 Stadium Tour on guitar. Furthermore, Gordon Kennedy has used the guitar on sessions with Jewel, Garth Brooks, Frampton, SheDaisy, and others. The family would like to thank all the people in the community who took the time to visit with Earl during his daily walks. Kennedy’s name became nationally recognized when he won Song of the Year at the 1997 GRAMMYs for Eric Clapton’s No. He is an actor and writer, known for The Halcyon (2017), Robin Hood (2006) and Final Prayer (2013). Brooks subsequently recorded ten more of Kennedy's songs on his alter-ego album, The Life of Chris Gaines, which reached No. Gordon is the fifth and final recipient of the Distinguished Lecturer, an honor given to industry professionals who inspire others through their work in the entertainment and music industry. Gordon Kennedy Adds Insult To Injury As Disaster Strikes His Tough-Guy Role In Robin Hood. 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