Don Von Tress

Don Von Tress is an American country music songwriter. He is known for writing the song "Achy Breaky Heart", which was recorded by Billy Ray Cyrus.[1]

Von Tress was a member of the United States Army and served as a helicopter pilot starting in 1969. At the time of "Achy Breaky Heart"'s success, Von Tress lived in Cypress Inn, Tennessee with his wife, Jeanne.[2]

References

  1. ↑ Rudder, Randy. "STORY BEHIND THE SONG ... 'ACHY BREAKY HEART'", Country Weekly, April 25, 2002.
  2. ↑ Shults, Lynn (May 30, 1992). "Country Corner". Billboard.


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