Happy birthday! C. W. McCall turns 97 today

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The iconic and legendary singer turns 97 on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025.
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C. W. McCall is celebrating his 97th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer C. W. McCall (Convoy, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 97th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

McCall, a cultural icon

Born William Dale Fries, Jr. in Audubon on November 15, 1928, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. McCall's not just a great singer, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little C. W. hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for C. W. McCall as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 97.

Happy Birthday, C. W., you're the best!

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