Merle Haggard had four children: Dana, Marty, Kelli, and Janessa. As of October 2023, Dana would be in her late 50s, Marty in his mid-50s, Kelli in her early 50s, and Janessa in her late 30s. Their exact ages would depend on their birthdates, but this gives a general idea of their current ages.
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As of April 2014, Theresa Ann Lane is 33 years old.
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Leona Hobbs, Merle's first wife, is the mother of Dana, Marty, Kelli, and Noel. Not to be confused with Merle's third wife, Leona Williams.
Tim Howard is not a member of Merle Haggard's band. Merle Haggard, the legendary country singer, passed away in April 2016. Prior to his passing, Howard was known for his work as a drummer, but he is not currently associated with Haggard's music or band, as Haggard is no longer active.
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As of April 2014, Theresa Ann Lane is 33 years old.
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Leona Hobbs, Merle's first wife, is the mother of Dana, Marty, Kelli, and Noel. Not to be confused with Merle's third wife, Leona Williams.
Scott Haggard’s mother is Leona Williams, who is a country music singer and songwriter. She was married to Merle Haggard, Scott’s father, from 1978 to 1983.
Merle Haggard's daughter, Dana, is married and goes by the name Dana Haggard. She has also been known as Dana Haggard-Morrison after her marriage. Dana has been involved in various projects related to her father's legacy in country music.
Oklahoman Tommy Collins (born Leonard Raymond Sipes) wrote several songs for Haggard, including "Carolyn" and "The Roots of My Raising," and Haggard wrote the song "Leonard" about Collins.
The last name Haggard means a male hawk caught wild. When a male hawk was caught wild and trained they were called Haggards. The Haggards were an old English family that trained hawks and sold them.
Merle Oberon was born on February 19, 1911 and died on November 23, 1979. Merle Oberon would have been 68 years old at the time of death or 104 years old today.
Merle Miller was born on May 17, 1919 and died on June 10, 1986. Merle Miller would have been 67 years old at the time of death or 96 years old today.
Merle Haggard's first wife, Leona, became pregnant with another man's child while he was incarcerated. The child, a son named Marty, was raised by Leona and her family. Merle Haggard later acknowledged Marty as his son, and they developed a relationship in later years. This situation contributed to the complexities of Haggard's personal life and relationships.
Merle Oberon died on November 23, 1979 at the age of 68.