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Barbara Mandrell – Retired Musician
Barbara Mandrell released a series of country hits between the ‘70s and ‘80s. Her prime-time variety show on NBC helped boost her popularity making her one of the most accomplished female vocalists at the time. She won seven American Music Awards and two Grammys amongst other accolades over the course of her career. Mandrell also featured in TV shows like Touched by an Angel and Walker, Texas Ranger. Mandrell’s last performance was held in 1997 at the Grand Ole Opry House, and it marked her retirement from the industry. She continues being a Grand Ole Opry member since she earned the honor in 1972.