Billy Gilman

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Billy Gilman (born William Wendell Gilman III May 24, 1988) is a Grammy-nominated country music singer and songwriter. Born in Hope Valley, Rhode Island, he lives with his parents Bill and Fran Gilman and his younger brother Colin. At a young age he attracted the attention of a local vocal coach, Angela Bacari, who later became his manager. He met and worked with Ray Benson of (Asleep at the Wheel) who helped record demos, including "Roly Poly".