Jimmy Dean was an American country music singer, television host, and businessman, active mainly from the 1950s to the 1970s. Known for his rich voice and southern drawl, he popularized the narrative style of country music with his hit song "Big Bad John", which earned him a Grammy award in 1961. Dean was also a pioneering figure in television, hosting his own variety show "The Jimmy Dean Show" which introduced mainstream audiences to country music. His influence on the genre and cross-medium success led to his induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2010.