Louis Armstrong married Alpha Smith (his third marriage) in Houston, TX on Louis Armstrong married Alpha Smith on October 11, 1938. Louisiana-born string bass legend and Armstrong sideman Pops Foster served as best man.
1976
Jazz vocalist Connee Boswell passed away in New York on October 11, 1976 at age 68. Connee worked with The Boswell Sisters (with siblings Martha and Helvetia Boswell) in the 1930s. She later worked as a solo artist and appeared on TV and in several films. See Connee Boswell discography. Watch Connee Boswell videos on YouTube.
The Tim McGraw song "Real Good Man" hit #1 on Billboard's Hot Country Singles chart on October 11, 2003. It held the top spot for 2 weeks. "Real Good Man" was certified Platinum by the RIAA on January 31, 2025.
2010
Cajun fiddler, vocalist and songwriter Adam Hebert passed away in Broussard, LA on October 11, 2010 at age 87. He played with Felton Carriere, The Veteran Playboys, and others before forming Adam Hebert and The Country Playboys in the mid-50s. Hebert penned over 50 songs during his career, including the Cajun music staples "La Pointe aux Pins", "Le Moulin", "Ouvre Cette Porte", "J'aimerais Connaitre" and "La Valse de ma Cherie". See Adam Hebert's obituary. Read more here. See Adam Hebert discography. Listen to Adam Hebert music on YouTube. Check out the Veteran Playboys' 1948 recording "Chinaball Special", featuring Adam Hebert on fiddle and vocals, with Alphée Bergeron on accordion:
2011
The 6th annual Bet Hip Hop Awards show aired nationally on October 11, 2011. Rapper Lil Wayne (who did not attend the event) picked up five awards including Best Live Performer and Lyricist of the Year. New Orleans native DJ Khaled was named DJ of the Year. The show was taped October 1, 2011 in Atlanta.
