C.W. McCall, Country Singer Famous for 'Convoy', Dead at 93

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His son Bill Fries III announced the death of his father, who had been in hospice care, on Friday. TheWashington Postwas the first to report the news.

The ’70s chart-topping country singer was famous for hits like “Convoy,” “Wolf Creek Pass,” and “Old Home Filler-Up an' Keep on a-Truckin' Cafe,” to name a few.

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McCall went on to become a successful musician with classic country tunes such as “Classified,” “There Won’t Be No Country Music (There Won’t Be No Rock ‘n’ Roll),” and “Roses for Mama,” in addition to his No. 1 hit and signature song, “Convoy.”

In 1986, McCall ventured into politics. He successfully ran for Mayor of Ouray, Colorado, a title he held for six years.

source: people.com