Died On This Date (January 19, 2011) James O’Gwynn / Popular Country Singer Of Late ’50s
themusicsover James O’Gwynn
January 26, 1928 – January 19, 2011
James O’Gwynn, known to fans as “The Smiling Irishman,” was a country singer who made a name for himself during the late ’50s and early ’60s. Over the course of his career, O’Gwynn recorded for labels like United Artists and Mercury, charting no less than six times on the country singles chart. His most famous song was the #7 hit, “My Name Is Mud.” James O’Gwynn was 82 when he passed away on January 19, 2011.