Buddy Jewell, Jr. was born April 2, 1961 in Osceola, Arkansas. He attended Osceola High School and Arkansas State University where he majored in television and radio. He left in his Junior to marry his first wife, but the marriage only lasted 2-½ years. He then married his wife Tene. On November 1, 1994 Buddy became the father of Lacey, whose name was destined to become the title of his first hit, “Help Pour Out the Rain (Lacey’s Song)”. The singer/songwriter was the first winner on Nashville Star, a USA Network talent show.

Another song that Buddy is known for is “Sweet Southern Comfort”.

Honors/Awards:
4/21/03 Osceola Arkansas observes Buddy Jewell Day
9/29/15 Induction into Arkansas Entertainers Hall of Fame