Record #:

5361

Author(s):

Tomlin, Jimmy

Abstract:

Blind at birth, Robbinsville native Ronnie Milsap overcame adversity to rise to the top of the music field, with awards including a Grammy, Billboard, Cashbox, Country Music Entertainer of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year, and Album of the Year. In 2002, Milsap will receive the American Foundation for the Blind's Helen Keller Achievement Award for his overall achievement level.

Source:

Our State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 70 Issue 2, July 2002, p86-87, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Musicians; Milsap, Ronnie, 1943-