Date of Birth: January 9, 1951
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Biography
Crystal Gayle, born Brenda Gail Webb, is an American country music singer best known for her 1977 hit “Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue.” Born on January 9, 1951, in Paintsville, Kentucky, and raised in Wabash, Indiana, she was the youngest of eight children in a poor but musically rich family. Her older sister, Loretta Lynn, was already a country music star by the time Crystal began her career. Crystal’s silky voice and signature long hair became her trademarks, and she quickly rose to fame in the 1970s and 1980s with a string of country-pop crossover hits. She has won numerous awards, including a Grammy Award, and was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 2017. Gayle continues to perform and record music, maintaining a loyal fan base.
5 Interesting Facts about Crystal Gayle
1. Crystal Gayle’s signature long hair, which reaches almost to the floor, became one of her most famous trademarks.
2. Her hit song “Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue” earned her a Grammy Award for Best Female Country Vocal Performance in 1978.
3. She was the first female country artist to reach platinum sales status with her album “We Must Believe in Magic” in 1977.
4. Crystal Gayle has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which she received in 2009.
5. Besides her country music career, she has also ventured into acting, appearing in TV shows and movies.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Crystal Gayle
1. “You’ve got to work hard for your success and you’ve got to have a steady presence. That’s the secret.”
2. “It’s important to put your family first and to always keep your feet on the ground.”
3. “Music is a way of connecting with people, touching their hearts and souls.”
4. “I never dreamed I would have such a long career, but I am grateful every single day.”
5. “Stay true to yourself and your music. That’s the key to longevity in this business.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Crystal Gayle’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $10 million.
Children
Crystal Gayle has two children with her husband Bill Gatzimos: a son named Christos James Gatzimos and a daughter named Catherine Clare Gatzimos.
Relevant Links
1. [Crystal Gayle Official Website](https://www.crystalgayle.com
2. [Crystal Gayle on AllMusic](https://www.allmusic.com/artist/crystal-gayle-mn0000136665
3. [Crystal Gayle IMDb Profile](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0310844/
4. [Crystal Gayle’s Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame](https://www.walkoffame.com/crystal-gayle
5. [Crystal Gayle – Grand Ole Opry](https://www.opry.com/artists/crystal-gayle/
