Background
Wills, Bob was born on March 6, 1905 in Kosse, Texas, United States. Son of John and Emmaline (Foley) Wills.
Wills, Bob was born on March 6, 1905 in Kosse, Texas, United States. Son of John and Emmaline (Foley) Wills.
Educated schools, Texas.
Organized music group Light Crust Doughboys, 1931, Texas Playboys, 1933. Appeared in numerous movies. Recording artist Columbia, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Decca, others.
Compositions include San Antonio Rose, Faded Love, Maiden’s Prayer, Spanish Two Step, Big Beaver.
Served with Army of the United States, World World War World War II Named to Country Music Hall of Fame, 1968, Cowboy Hall of Fame, 1969. Member American Society Composers.
Married Betty Anderson, August 10, 1942. Children: James Robert, Diane, Carolyn, Cindy.