Hank Williams, American singer-songwriter and guitarist (died 1953)

Hiram "Hank" Williams was an American singer, songwriter, and musician. An early pioneer of country music, he is regarded as one of the most significant and influential musicians of the 20th century. Williams recorded 55 singles that reached the top 10 of the Billboard Country & Western Best Sellers chart, five of which were released posthumously, and 12 of which reached No.1.

September 17 is the 260th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 105 days remain until the end of the year.