Dwight Yoakam
American country singer-songwriter, actor, and film director
1956 — present
Quick Facts
Profession
American country singer-songwriter, actor, and film director
Born
October 23, 1956
Age
~70 years
Name Origin
English
Timeline
screenwriter, actor, singer-songwriter
United StatesBorn in Pikeville
1956
Born in Pikeville (1956-10-23)
2007
AwardCountry Music Association Award for International Achievement
2013
AwardAmericana Award for Artist of the Year
Present
Age ~70
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Dwight Yoakam?+
Dwight Yoakam is American country singer-songwriter, actor, and film director. Born in 1956.
What does the name Dwight mean?+
The name Dwight means "A surname transferred from the given name.. Etymology: Probably from a - female name Diot, a pet form of Dionysia, the feminine form of Dionysius.". It is of English origin.
When was Dwight Yoakam born?+
Dwight Yoakam was born on October 23, 1956.
Name Meaning
A surname transferred from the given name.. Etymology: Probably from a - female name Diot, a pet form of Dionysia, the feminine form of Dionysius.
The name Dwight is of English origin, meaning "A surname transferred from the given name.. Etymology: Probably from a - female name Diot, a pet form of Dionysia, the feminine form of Dionysius.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Dwight — October 23, 1956
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Scorpio
Passionate, resourceful, brave
Water · Pluto · Oct 23 – Nov 21
Chinese Zodiac
Monkey
Sharp, smart, curious
Fire · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
5 Manik
Deer — grace, healing, gentleness
Celtic Tree
Ivy
Loyal, compassionate, giving
Ogham: Gort · Sep 30 – Oct 27
Birthstone: Opal — Hope, creativity
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Guestbook
You raised the bar for all of us.
— a fellow musician
History remembers. So do I.
— an admirer
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