Billy Dean

Today’s Country Legend was born in Quincy, Florida, on April 2, 1962.

By the age of 8, began playing in his father’s band

He was also a basketball player in high school, and was offered a scholarship to East Central Community College in Decatur, Mississippi

gained national attention after appearing on the television talent competition Star Search

more than 20 hit singles on the country charts, including 11 Top Ten hits.

Today’s Country Legend is Billy Dean.