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THEY CALLED JIMMY FORTUNE A REPLACEMENT. THEN THE “REPLACEMENT” WROTE THREE NO. 1 SONGS — AND NEVER FORGOT WHO GAVE HIM THE CHAIR. In 1982, Jimmy Fortune was playing clubs in Virginia when The Statler Brothers called. Lew DeWitt, the group’s original tenor, was too sick to keep touring. They needed a voice that could step into a place no fan wanted filled. Jimmy was 26.

Introduction THEY CALLED JIMMY FORTUNE A REPLACEMENT. THEN THE “REPLACEMENT” WROTE THREE NO. 1 SONGS—AND...

“THEY SAID HIS GREATEST DAYS WERE BEHIND HIM—BUT AT 70, JIMMY FORTUNE’S QUIET LIFE HAS BECOME THE MOST INSPIRING CHAPTER OF ALL For decades, America admired Jimmy Fortune for the unforgettable songs he gave the world. But behind the applause lies a far more remarkable story—one not measured by chart success, but by peace, faith, family, and enduring purpose. As Jimmy Fortune’s blissful and fulfilling life at age 70 unfolds, those who look beyond the spotlight are discovering that his greatest achievement may never have been a single performance. It is the extraordinary life he built after the standing ovations faded—a legacy that continues to inspire generations.”

Introduction THEY SAID HIS GREATEST DAYS WERE BEHIND HIM—BUT AT 70, JIMMY FORTUNE’S QUIET LIFE...