At 75, Barbara Mandrell Sisters Finally Confirms What We Thought All along

Did you know Barbara Mandrell mastered 13 instruments by the age of 13? And did you know her 1984 car accident led to temporary personality changes due to brain trauma?

This video chronicles the rise of country-pop pioneer Barbara Mandrell, alongside her singing sisters Louise and Irlene, who together hosted a defining 1980s TV variety series. It explores how a gifted child steel guitar prodigy evolved into an entertainment powerhouse, blending musical styles and dazzling audiences on tour and on their hit NBC show, Barbara Mandrell & the Mandrell Sisters.

Just as Barbara was dominating the charts and venues with her elaborate concerts and hits like “Sleeping Single in a Double Bed,” tragedy struck in 1984 when a car crash nearly killed her. We examine how Barbara persevered through her devastating injuries and how her decision to file a controversial lawsuit afterward strained her relationship with fans.

The video also delves into why Barbara chose to retire in 1997 despite her ongoing popularity as a headliner. It traces the lasting impact of the Mandrells’ career through current tributes and the continued performing activities of sisters Louise and Irlene Mandrell, keeping the family’s musical legacy alive. Tune in for the definitive profile of country music game-changers Barbara, Louise, and Irlene Mandrell!

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