Kevin Skinner's Fans Pictures: St Jude Charity

Kevin's first auditioned for AGT was in Paducah, KY, and Chicago. Then, he took a flight from Nashville to Los Angeles, and he met America's Got Talent judges Piers Morgan, Sharon Osbourne and David Hasselhoff. He said that they were, "the nicest folks you'd ever want to meet." Each week, Kevin wondered if he would get to stay in the competition.

The votes were counted and Kevin was one of the finalists, which meant he was on his way to Las Vegas for performances next. Coming from the small town of Mayfield, the bright lights of Las Vegas were amazing to see. Kevin stayed at a nice hotel, and he was the only person with a Kentucky drawl and big grin on his face.

Kevin and Grandma (Lee) Kelly from Florida, became fast friends, visited a lot together while eating meals at the Palms Casino and Resort's buffet. That was Kevin Skinner's way of life until he was named the TV show's winner. - "Fans kept voting, not only from Mayfield and around Kentucky, but from all across the United States. Even folks from other countries liked me", said Kevin.

After the win in Vegas, Kevin returned to L.A., where he performed at several venues, and made appearances on TV shows like The Ellen DeGeneres Show and really took a liking to Ellen. Kevin also performed on The Tonight Show, and went to New York City to appear on TV and enjoyed Regis Philbin's hospitality during his visit on Live With Regis and Kelly.

Kevin headlines in Las Vegas, and many other gigs around the country. People who know Kevin personally, say that fame has not gone to his head. Kevin is a real "down to earth" kind of guy.

Willie Nelson signed Kevin's guitar. Kevin went to a concert of Willie's while in Vegas, and got to meet Willie back stage after the concert.

Paulette Milton wrote in the Guest Book Feb 16, 2010 @ 10:28 pm -- "You rock Kevin! I wish you even more than you are hoping for. Thank you for taking the risk of living your dream right in front of us. Like "they" say: "Nothing ventured, nothing gained". I was excited to learn you are working on a cd and will surely be buying one. I will also be buying concert tickets, can't wait to see you (and hear you) live. I just know I'll cry."

Louise M wrote on Mar 3, 2010 - "It is my fondest wish to get myself to a live Kevin Skinner concert. I suppose I should arrange for that sooner than later as I am now pushing 80 and have not so enjoyed a performer in many years. I have long been partial to performers with a country heart regardless of their actually singing country exclusively. I would like to hear more of Kevin's own songs as well as some standards and will be tapping my toe as I go. (Yes, you got everyone of my votes Kevin except for a few for Grandma Lee, we grannys must stick together a little bit.) It has been my pleasure to visit here, somewhere I read that someone was in Kevin heaven, I think I am there right this moment. All my very best wishes to Kevin and his family and I hope he doesn't get involved in the foolishness that fame can bring. Now to stick my nose in where it doesn't belong, please pack away the smokes Kevin."

(Thank you for sending me so many pictures 'oldhippy'!)
Abby is 6 years old and she is being treated for a Wilm's Tumor of the kidney and lungs at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, TN. Abby Mott was diagnosed on October 12,2010. Kevin performed for Abby's Benefit Concert on November 20th at 6:00 p.m.

Kevin is a big supporter of St. Jude's Children's Hospital
* Caring Bridge Web-Site for Abby Mott

The show was opened by Kevin, who warmed up the crowd with a mix of his tunes and of Lynard Skynard and Garth Brooks. George Jones filled up Horseshoe Casino's outdoor venue. Loyal fans had the opportunity to see a Legend of country music perform. Jones at 79, delighted his fans with a long list of hits, even though his voice has slipped a little. His songs of drinking and heartbreak still have their impact from the famous man. (Haven't found a music video yet.)
Thanks for the picture 'oldhippy', with thanks from Kevin for the support. I have another photo of George signing Kevin's guitar, Kevin was watching every stroke of the pen.

Kevin Skinner and the band performed from 9 to 10 p.m. for a free concert on Sat. Aug. 7th at Fancy Farm Picnic (130th), in Kentucky. There were around 15,000 to 20,000 people that come to the picnic. Fancy Farm is 10 miles west of Mayfield in Graves County. There are only 3 stop signs in Fancy Farm, that should tell you how big the town is. It is in the Guinness Book of Records.

Pencil Drawing Done On: PhotoFunia
Kevin has a heart of gold, and I am so proud of the good deeds he does to help children at St. Jude's. I will never regret becoming a fan of his, because he isn't going to change who he is.

You know how it is when you become a fan of someone, we think of someone as bigger than life in a way. Well, Kevin is a down to earth kind of guy, who has a special place in the our hearts.
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Kevin was asked if he has some kind of a process for writing songs, he said, "Not at all. My best songs come when I' m least expecting it. They just happen, "He was grinning and snapping his fingers.

That One Million was as well as in you pocket Kevin. You are great! ~ I am so glad that I worked all day on the 4th of July to publish this page about Kevin and get it off the ground. This man has sent love into my soul each time I listen to him sing. His compassion for the children at St. Jude Hospital has warmed my heart. All profits from this page go to St. Jude to help the kids.

Kevin said, "Back home, it's very rare to see me without my hat, unless it's something formal, like a wedding. It's something that only I would understand. It's my frame of mind, like, when you're getting down to business, you turn your hat backwards."

mel wrote in the guest book on Sep 9, 2010 @ 11:21 pm
"I have to say this is quite special and a wonderful tribute to honor Kevin as a real person, a special person who won us all over in a moment. I like that he is his own person and is going with his own look and style. I join with all the voices here to wish him every success and happiness."

Julia from California wrote on Nov. 09, 2009 ~ "I almost didn't watch AGT this time because I can't stand it when my favorite doesn't win! I am so glad I watched--I was so touched by your story and your music. Can't wait for a CD. I wish you and your family the best--enjoy! My grand daughter makes fun of me because I cry when emotional (like you seem to) and today when she heard me listening to your songs on this site, she came in and said teasingly, "are you crying?" I hope to be able to go to Vegas in December to see you sing!!! Congratulations!!!"

Kristen Skinner wrote on Oct. 10, 2009 ~ "Your very welcome and I am happy that you guys put this site up. Kevin just read all this site and he said "thank you from the bottom of his heart". It just makes him cry to know that all these people have been touched by his music. So thanks again"

Linda-Atlanta wrote on Oct 10, 2009 "
"This is such a happy place to visit, a feeling place, full of wonderful emotions! I love it! It celebrates a very special man, who we are all so enamored with. Whoa! Then we get the biggest gift of all, a visit. Yikes! Christmas done come early! It don't get any better'n en that! Talk about tuggin on heartstrings.......to everyone who labored and shared to create this site, y'all done "fine! Kevin has a wonderful following, "good folk"! I sure am PROUD to listen to his music! "Mercy!"

Monica Reilly Nov 27, 2009 ~ "Dear Kevin ~ Living in Ireland, I watched you on youtube and cried and cried with emotion at the beauty and deep expression of your soulful singing. I listened to the song for your grandmother, o the sweet lyrics! Thank you so much for your gift and sharing it with the world. Please come to Ireland so I can see you in person!!!! Best of luck in all your endeavors for you and your family. Im very happy to know that you won. In love and light" ~ Monica Reilly - Carney, Sligo Ireland

Niamh Dec 19, 2009 - "Hi, from the first moment you came on and spoke, I fell in love a little!! Your accent had me even before you sang. But then your voice and the emotion - i am happy to say you made me cry. Pure raw emotion is rare nowadays, and it is something that will always make me respond. I hoped in my heart you would win and I screamed for joy when you did. Can not wait till your album is on our shelves here in Ireland. Good luck and just keep on singing!"

Erin Jan 2, 2010 - "I'm just so tickled to have found this and enjoyed every minute of learning more about Kevin Skinner and his fans. You can count me in as a huge fan and I see I have plenty of company that also hoped, prayed, screetched and cried watching AGT! I'm wondering what direction Kevin will take now that the Vegas gig is done. All the best to you in the new year Kevin!"

E Smith wrote on Nov 11, 2009
I laugh at myself when I think how excited I got when you won... Talk about whooping and hollering... There's something I've wanted to say to you Kevin ever since I heard you do that song If Tomorrow Never Comes... I don't think there is ever enough love to make it all right... but the love that we give each other in this life sure helps when a loved one is taken... I can't put into words how much I enjoy hearing you sing. Your music comes through so pure and true... so straight from the heart... I thank you. I pray you won't let fame and fortune change you. I wish you well. God Bless You and Yours

There was a viewing at the Graves County High School gym of AGT on September 1st with about 2000 fans rooting for Kevin. Admission was free with a canned food item going to Needline. T-shirts, signs and concessions were sold with all proceeds going to St Jude's Children Hospital as Kevin requested. Kevin later performed a the send off concert the night before he left for Las Vegas as the winner of AGT.

According to his Mom, Kevin was able to memorize whole songs at the age of 3!

Kevin started the concert with just him and his guitar for an hour, and he was on... Then he performed with JMM. I heard that security was was very tight, and that the concert was a great delight for all of his fans who attended.

Margo ~ Wrote Aug 3, 2010 ~ "I was at the Murray concert and heard you perform Kevin, and it was so good to hear you live. My husband asked me what I wanted for my birthday months ago and I got the tickets. I'll be 72 soon and I had a good time. We hope all the best for you and I got you CD too. Kevin started the concert with just him and his guitar for an hour, and he was on... Then he performed with JMM. I heard that security was was very tight, and that the concert was a great delight for all of his fans who attended.
Margo and Fred"

Metropolis is the home of Superman and has a giant statue of him. The statue is located in front of the town courthouse on a main street in Metropolis.

During the AGT Season Four, Kevin felt that fans liked what Grandma Lee was doing in her stand-up acts. He said that he had a pretty strong feeling that Grndma Lee was going to have a long successful career. ~ "And you know, it kind of shocked me that, you know, that it turned out the way it did." ... Kevin said.

"A good man does not take what belongs to someone else." ~ Ancient Proverb

Missy wrote on Oct. 07, 2009 - "This is the big night for your first show in Las Vegas Kevin ~ you will bring the house down and leave them wanting more. Congratulations! I love all the pictures here! I would say you and Grandma Lee have become fast friends on this adventure."