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Liberty, Mississippi · “The Mouth of Mississippi”
Jerry Clower
Storyteller · Stand-up comedian · Grand Ole Opry
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Who is Jerry Clower?
Jerry Clower (September 28, 1926 – August 24, 1998) was an American stand-up comedian and author from Mississippi, nicknamed “The Mouth of Mississippi.” Comedian Jerry Clower worked as a fertilizer salesman before his stories of rural Southern life, especially the Ledbetter family and coon hunting, became hit records. He was a longtime member of the Grand Ole Opry.
Career timeline
- 1926Born September 28 in Mississippi
- 1970sRecords for MCA; joins the Grand Ole Opry
- 1998Dies August 24
Podcast & show guest appearances
Jerry Clower died in 1998, before podcasts; we have not found verified full guest episodes yet.
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Jerry Clower albums
Albums
Jerry Clower from Yazoo City, Mississippi Talkin’, Mouth of Mississippi and many more on MCA.
Jerry Clower movies and TV shows
Full credits on IMDb.
People
- Dusty Slay, who calls him “an old school southern comic” (Bussin’ With The Boys #402)
Places
- Mississippi (home state)
- Grand Ole Opry, Nashville
Products
Jerry Clower FAQ
Who was Jerry Clower?
A Mississippi storyteller and comedian known as “The Mouth of Mississippi.”
Is Jerry Clower still alive?
No. Jerry Clower was born September 28, 1926 and died August 24, 1998.
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