Today, we remember Charlie Rich, the young card dealer forever linked to one of the most famous moments in Old West history. On August 2, 1876, at just 17 years old, Charlie was working at Saloon #10 in Deadwood, South Dakota, when legendary lawman and gunfighter Wild Bill Hickok sat down for a game of poker. Moments before tragedy struck, Rich dealt Hickok the now-infamous “Dead Man’s Hand” — black aces and eights — just before Hickok was shot from behind by Jack McCall, marking one of the most

Remembering Charlie Rich! 🎹 🎙️ . December 14th: On this day 1932 . Born on this day in Colt Arkansas, was Charlie Rich, singer and musician. In the latter part of his life, Rich who acquired the nickname The Silver Fox is best remembered for his 1973 hits, “Behind Closed Doors” and “The Most Beautiful Girl”. After “The Most Beautiful Girl”, #1 hits came quickly, as five songs topped the country charts in 1974. Rich died in his sleep on July 25, 1995 aged 62. . Despite his lack of consistent co

A very special medley by The Silver Fox, Charlie Rich. "The Most Beautiful Girl" and "Behind Closed Doors" both hit #1 for Charlie in 1973. He won the CMA award that year for Best Male Vocalist. | GatorRock