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Billy Dean Officially Inducted Into The Florida Artists Hall Of Fame

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Billy Dean Officially Inducted In Florida Artists Hall Of Fame
{Left to right} Florida Secretary of State Ken Detzner, Billy Dean
*Photo Credit: Suzanna Mars/Gainesville Magazine

A few weeks ago we shared with you that Billy Dean was being inducted into the Florida Artists Hall Of Fame. Since then, he has been officially inducted and now we have some pictures to share with you from the event. Check the photos out and read on to learn more about the official induction ceremony.

Billy Dean Officially Inducted In Florida Artists Hall Of Fame
{Left to right} Don Felder, Billy Dean, Lee Bennett Hopkins, Florida Secretary of State Ken Detzner, Jim Stafford
*Photo Credit: Suzanna Mars/Gainesville Magazine

Billy Dean Officially Inducted Into The Florida Artists Hall Of Fame

Country music hitmaker Billy Dean has been officially inducted into the Florida Artists Hall of Fame. On February 23 in Gainesville, Dean entered this year’s class alongside former Eagles member Don Felder, country legend Jim Stafford, and poet/anthologist Lee Bennett Hopkins.

About Billy Dean

In his music career spanning more than 25 years, Dean has claimed eleven top ten Billboard country singles, including five #1 hits: “I Miss Billy The Kid,” “Somewhere In My Broken Heart,” “If There Hadn’t Been You,” “You Don’t Count The Cost” and “It’s What I Do.” Dean recorded eight major label studio albums, three of which have been certified gold by the RIAA, as well as a greatest hits album which is also certified gold.

Earlier in his career, the Academy of Country Music named Dean Top New Male Vocalist and also awarded him Song of the Year for “Somewhere In My Broken Heart.” In 2000, Dean sang harmony vocals alongside Alison Krauss on Kenny Rogers’ rendition of “Buy Me A Rose,” which earned a GRAMMY®. In addition to his successful recording career, Dean has also acted in several movies and appeared in numerous television shows.

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About Dawn McAlexander

Dawn has been a music lover her entire life. She went to college in Boone, NC, an area that is rich in music and culture. She also worked as a radio deejay for 10 years and grew up in Southeastern, Va, a melting pot of different musical styles and traditions. She has been to more concerts than she can count in every genre you can imagine. She resides in North Carolina with her husband, Kenny, and their dog, Marley, and cat, TJ.

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  1. Jeanette says

    Oh my gosh I totally forgot about Billy Dean! I am a big country fan and Billy Dean I loved a lot back in the day. I’m going to have to go back and listen to some of his music. Thanks for the reminder very cool that he got this award.

  2. Jodi Horsley says

    I don’t listen to country music very often, but I do know Billy Dean. What a wonderful accomplishment for him to achieve this award. I think I may have to go back and listen to some of his music as well!

  3. lisa says

    I figured he would have already been inducted! He’s responsible for some great music even though it’s before my time!

  7. Kristi says

    He really deserves this but yes I agree… thought he would have already won. Better late than never for sure, a great choice.

  8. Claudia Krusch says

    I will have to listen to some Billy Dean this weekend. It has been to long. I am thrilled to hear he was inducted into the Hall of Fame.

  11. Jeni Hawkins says

    This is totally awesome news! Thanks so much for sharing this great accomplishment for him.

  16. Sherry says

    Has it really been 25 years since he started out? Wow! Congratulations Billy on being inductedin Florida’s Artists Hall of Fame. I love his music.