Country Pop Bites: George Strait – April 9

Did you know that on this day in Country Music History in 1988 George Strait realized a #1 single in Billboard with "Famous Last Words Of A Fool"?

It’s true! Check out the video!

Here are 5 little known truths about George Strait.

• Strait eloped with his high school sweetheart, Norma, before joining the army.
• While stationed in Hawaii, he began singing in the Army-sponsored band called Rambling Country.
• He received the National Medal of the Arts from President George W. Bush.
• He has several interests, including steer-roping, golf, and skiing.
• He and his wife Norma have one son named George, Jr., who is pursuing a career as a professional rodeo competitor. His daughter, Jennifer, died in a car accident in 1986.