Public figure
Michael W. Smith Gold
American musician and songwriter
Michael W. Smith is an American musician and songwriter. Born 1957 in Kenova.
At a glance
Gold- Born
- 1957-10-07, Kenova
- Citizenship
- United States
- Occupations
- singer, singer-songwriter, composer, actor, pianist, film actor, guitarist, television actor, film producer, musician, songwriter
- Political party
- Republican Party
- Also known as
- Michael Whitaker Smith, Smitty
Education and professional journey
SilverEducation
Awards and recognition
Silver- GMA Dove Award for Songwriter of the Year
- GMA Dove Award for Vocalist of the Year
Personal journey
- Languages
- English
Due diligence
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What we have, and what we might have wrong
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- Wikimedia Commons. Photo, see the file page for licence
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