Who is a cousin of the legendary Lightnin Hopkins?

In the early 1930s, Hopkins settled in Houston’s primarily black Third Ward and played on the road across Texas, often accompanied by his older cousin, Alger “Texas” Alexander.

Who discovered Lightnin Hopkins?

Lola Anne Cullum
By the early 1940s, he was back in Centerville, working as a farm hand. Hopkins took a second shot at Houston in 1946. While singing on Dowling Street in Houston’s Third Ward, which would become his home base, he was discovered by Lola Anne Cullum of Aladdin Records, based in Los Angeles.

What did Lightnin Hopkins play?

Blues legend Lightnin’ Hopkins made a cigar-box guitar with chicken-wire strings when he was eight. During the course of his lifetime, he recorded more than eighty-five albums and toured the world.

Who influenced Lightnin Hopkins?

His first instrument was a home-made guitar fashioned from a cigar box, which he got when he was eight years old. A major influence on his playing was Blind Lemon Jefferson, who sometimes partnered with Hopkins’ cousin, Texas Alexander, and encouraged him to to develop his talent.

Did Lightnin Hopkins have children?

Lightnin’ Hopkins died of cancer of the esophagus on January 30, 1982. He was survived by his wife, Antoinette, and four children.

How old is Lightnin Hopkins?

69 years (1912–1982)
Lightnin’ Hopkins/Age at death

Where is Lightnin Hopkins buried?

Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home & Forest Park Lawndale, Houston, Texas, United States
Lightnin’ Hopkins/Place of burial

How many kids did Lightnin Hopkins have?

four children
Lightnin’ Hopkins died of cancer of the esophagus on January 30, 1982. He was survived by his wife, Antoinette, and four children.