Collection:LPB

Genre: Awards

Place Covered: Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana

Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority

Date Issued: 2005-06-26

Duration: 00:11:57

Subjects: Brooks, Kix | Brooks & Dunn (Musical group) | Country music

Contributors:

• Courtney, Beth Host
• McCarty, Mary Grace Interviewee
• Shirley, Richard "Skip" Interviewee
• Warwick, Maggie Interviewee
• Brooks, Kix Speaker

This segment from the 2005 Louisiana Legends Gala features a profile and speech by Kix Brooks accepting his recognition as a Louisiana Legend. Brooks, a native of Shreveport, is a country musician best known for his work with Brooks & Dunn. His profile includes interviews with: Mary Grace McCarty, his aunt; Richard “Skip” Shirley, family friend; and Maggie Warwick, president of the Louisiana Hayride. Host: Beth Courtney