David "Stringbean" Akeman

Country, Musical Artist

1916 – 1973

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Who was David "Stringbean" Akeman?

David Akeman, better known as Stringbean, was an American country music banjo player and comedy musician best known for his role on the hit television show, Hee Haw, and as a member of the Grand Ole Opry. Akeman and his wife were murdered by burglars at their rural Tennessee home in 1973.

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Born
Jun 17, 1916
Annville
Also known as
  • Stringbean
Nationality
  • United States of America
Profession
Died
Nov 10, 1973
Ridgetop

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on July 23, 2013

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