Tim Wilson (comedian) facts for kids

Timothy Collins Wilson (born August 5, 1961 – died February 26, 2014) was an American comedian and country music artist. He was known for combining stand-up comedy with his own original songs.

Tim Wilson released more than ten comedy albums. Some of these were with Capitol Records Nashville. He often appeared on popular radio shows like Wilhite and Wall, John Boy and Billy, Big D and Bubba, and Bob and Tom Show. Wilson also appeared on TV shows such as The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and American Revolution Country Comedy on CMT. In 2011, he was part of CMT's Ron White's Comedy Salute to the Troops. In 2012, Wilson appeared on the Showtime comedy special Billy Gardell's: Road Dogs.

Tim Wilson's Life and Career

Tim Wilson was born on August 5, 1961, in Columbus, Georgia. He went to Presbyterian College in Clinton, South Carolina. His parents were both school teachers. Wilson studied English in college.

He described himself as a libertarian. This means he believed in personal freedom and limited government. Sometimes, he included his political ideas in his comedy acts. Wilson helped write songs for other comedians. He co-wrote several funny songs for the comedy duo Pinkard & Bowden in the 1980s. He also helped write comedian Jeff Foxworthy's 1996 song "Redneck 12 Days of Christmas." Tim Wilson wrote and recorded his own funny songs too. These included "Garth Brooks Has Ruined My Life" and "The Ballad of John Rocker."

Wilson started his music career in Atlanta. He worked with the Southern Tracks record label and music publisher Bill Lowery. Many musicians from the Atlanta Rhythm Section played on his early songs. Dean Daughtry, the keyboard player for ARS, also produced some of his music. Later, Wilson recorded a lot of his music in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. He worked with the Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section there. He also helped produce a project called Allnight Allstars for Capitol Nashville. This project featured famous musicians like Levon Helm and Gregg Allman.

In September 2015, after his death, Tim Wilson was honored. He was added to the Georgia Music Hall of Fame.

Tim Wilson's Death

Tim Wilson passed away from a heart attack on February 26, 2014. Initial reports said he died in Nashville, Tennessee. However, his manager and friend, Chris Dipetta, later clarified. He said Tim had traveled back to his hometown of Columbus, Georgia, before he died.

Wilson was 52 years old when he passed away. He had driven to Columbus from a show in Michigan. He was visiting his brother on his way to another show in Alabama. He started feeling unwell during his trip. His manager told him to go to the hospital right away. Wilson's brother took him to a nearby hospital. Sadly, Tim Wilson had a massive heart attack and died at 9:15 p.m. He left behind his wife and two children.

Tribute Show for Tim Wilson

On May 9, 2014, The Bob and Tom Show organized a special comedy show. This show was a tribute to Tim Wilson. It also helped raise money for his son's education. The event lasted three and a half hours. It took place at the Paramount Theatre (Anderson, Indiana).

Many comedians and personalities from The Bob and Tom Show performed. These included Bob Kevoian, Tom Griswold, Kristi Lee, and Chick McGee. Other comedians like Dr. Gonzo, Heywood Banks, Drew Hastings, and Donny Baker also performed. There were also surprise guests during the show. These included Duke Tumatoe and Indianapolis Colts punter Pat McAfee. Musicians Steve Allee and PJ Yinger provided additional music. Bob Kevoian also performed a heartfelt tribute song for Tim Wilson on the ukulele. Tim Wilson's last appearance on The Bob and Tom Show was on December 10, 2013.

Discography

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Singles