Williams and Ree facts for kids
Bruce Williams and Terry Ree are a famous American comedy duo. They are also known as "Williams and Ree" or "The Indian and The White Guy." Since the late 1960s, they have made people laugh all across the United States.
How Williams and Ree Started
Bruce Williams and Terry Ree first met in 1968. They were both students at Black Hills State University in Spearfish, South Dakota. They were part of a music band.
While playing music, they started telling jokes and doing funny skits between songs. Soon, their comedy became even more popular than their music! This is how their comedy career began.
Their jokes often talk about different cultures and everyday life in a funny way. They especially focus on experiences related to Native American culture.
Their Comedy Work
Williams and Ree have performed with many famous musicians. These include Garth Brooks, The Oak Ridge Boys, and Tim McGraw. They have also appeared on television shows, especially on The Nashville Network.
They have released several comedy albums. Some of their popular albums are "The Best of Williams and Ree," "Taking Reservations," and "Way Up Norsk."
Besides comedy shows and albums, they have also made movies. They created two independent films in South Dakota: "Williams and Ree, The Movie" and "Totem Ree-Call."
Where They Perform Now
Today, Williams and Ree continue to perform for audiences. They travel across the United States and Canada. You can often find them performing at Native American gaming places and at big fairs.
They are also the regular hosts for some large music festivals. These include the Craven Country Jamboree in Craven, Saskatchewan, Canada. They also host the Country Thunder festivals in Wisconsin and Arizona.
Another place they perform regularly is the Norsk Hostfest in Minot, ND. In 2018, Bruce Williams and Terry Ree were honored for their work. They were inducted into the South Dakota Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
