American singer-songwriter and guitarist whose musical legacy includes hundreds of political, traditional and children's songs, along with ballads and improvised works.
Born on July 14, 1912, Okemah, Oklahoma - died on October 3, 1967, at Creedmoor State Hospital in Queens, New York.
Older brother ofMary Jo Guthrie-Edgmon. His second wifeMarjorie Guthrie (13.11.1945-1953) -thus becoming son-in-law ofAliza Greenblatt-, gave birth to four children,Cathy Ann (1943-1947),Arlo Guthrie,Joady Guthrie &Nora Guthrie. Grandfather ofCathy Guthrie,Annie Guthrie,Abe Guthrie,Sarah Lee Guthrie (Arlo's children) andAnna Canoni (Nora's daughter). Cousin ofJack Guthrie.

Inducted into Songwriters Hall of Fame 1970.
Inducted into Rock And Roll Hall of Fame in 1988 (Early Influence).