Did you know that on this day in Country Music History in 1991 "My Cousin Vinny," starring Joe Pesci and Ralph Macchio, made its theater debut, with Travis Tritt performing "Bible Belt"?

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It’s true! Classic movie if you ask me! Check out the video.

Here are 5 things about Travis Tritt that you might not have known.

  • He got his first guitar when he was eight years old and taught himself how to play this instrument.
  • He aspired to be like one of country music's outlaws, such as Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson and Hank Williams Jr.
  • As much as he loved music, Tritt took his time before deciding to pursue his passion. He got married after graduating high school and tried working a regular job.
  • He was employed by an air-conditioning and heating company for a short time.
  • Twice-divorced, Tritt wed third wife Theresa Nelson in 1997. The couple has three children, two sons Tristan and Tarian and daughter Tyler.

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