On March 25, 1938, Hoyt Axton was born in Duncan, Oklahoma. American country music performer, songwriter, actor, and film composer is Hoyt Axton. He was renowned for his straightforward yet appealing songs and gruff baritone voice. Early in the 1960s, Axton started his musical career by playing at various bars and coffeehouses throughout California.
The Kingston Trio’s 1963 recording of his first hit tune, “Greenback Dollar,” earned him his first deal with Columbia Records. Axton had a successful singing career in addition to appearing in over 30 movies and TV shows, such as “Gremlins” and “The Black Stallion.”
Additionally, Hoyt Axton composed music for well-known performers including Three Dog Night and Elvis Presley. Axton had four kids from two marriages. His first wife, Mary Sanino, and he had two boys, John and Matthew, together, in 1960.
Hoyt Axton Net Worth At Death
Axton’s estimated net worth was $10 million at the time of his passing on October 26, 1999, at the age of 61.
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