Jeannie Seely was an American singer, songwriter, nicknamed “Miss Country Soul” for her soul-inspired vocal delivery.
Jeannie Seely Biography
| Real Name | Marilyn Jeanne Seely |
| Nickname | Jeannie Seely Miss country Soul |
| Profession | Singer, songwriter, record producer and author |
| Date of Birth | 6 July 1940 |
| Age | 85 years old (At the time of death in 2025) |
| Birth Place | Titusville, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Hometown | Titusville, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Gender | Female |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Religion | Christian |
| Hobbies | Not known |
| Social Media |
Education Qualification
| School | Townville High School |
| College | Not known |
| Education Qualification | Graduated |
Jeannie Seely Age
Jeannie Seely was born on 6 July 1940 in Titusville, Pennsylvania, United States. She was 85 years old as of 2025, and her zodiac sign was Cancer.
Jeannie Seely Husband
| Marital Status | Widow |
| Affairs/Boyfriend | Not known |
| Spouse/Husband | Hank Cocharn (m. 1969, div. 1979) Gene Ward (m. 2010, died. 2024) |
| Children | She did not have any biological children |
Jeannie Seely Family
| Father’s Name | Leo Seely |
| Mother’s Name | Irene Sleey |
| Brother’s Name | Update soon |
| Sister’s Name | Update soon |
Career
| Debut | Album – 1966: The Sleey Style |
| Awards | Update soon |
Jeannie Seely Album/Songs
- 1966 – The Sleey Style
- 1976 – Thanks, HanK!
- 1968 – I’ll Love You More
- 1968 – Little Things
- 1969 – Jeannie Seely
- 1970 – Jack Greene, Jeannie Seely
- 1970 – Please Be My New Love
- 1973 – Two for the Show
- 1973 – Can I Sleep in Your Arms/Lucky Ladies
- 1982 – Geatest Hits
- 1990 – Jeannie Seely
- 1996 – Number one Christmas
- 1999 – Been There…..Sung That!
- 2003 – Life’s Highway
- 2011 – Vintage Country: Old But Treasured
- 2017 – Written in Song
- 2020 – An American Classic
Jeannie Seely Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 175 cm In meters – 1.75 m In feet & inches – 5’4” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 56 kg In pounds – 123 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Brown |
| Hair Colour | Blonde |
Jeannie Seely Death, Cause of Death
| Date of Death | 1 August 2025 |
| Place of Death | Hermitage, Tennessee, USA |
| Cause of Death | Form an intestinal infection |
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Jeannie Seely Net Worth
| Net Worth (approx) | $3-5 million (at the time of death in 2025) |
| Annual Income (approx) | Update soon |
| Salary (approx) | Update soon |
| Income Source | Singing, record producing, endorsement, etc. |
Some Lesser Facts About Jeannie Seely
- Jeannie Seely was born in Titusville, Pennsylvania, and raised on a farm near Townville, Pennsylvania.
- She was the youngest of four children born to Irene and Leo Seely.
- Her father was a farmer and worked at the Titusville steel mill.
- Her mother was a homemaker, but enjoyed singing around the house.
- Seely started performing on WMGW’s local radio show in Meadville, Pennsylvania.
- She attended Townville High School, where she was a cheerleader and an honors student.
- In high school, she was teased for singing country music and being poor.
- Following her 1958 high school graduation, she worked as a stenographer at the Titusville Trust Company.
- She also appeared on a local California television program titled Hollywood Jamboree.
- She made an appearance in the 2003 movie Changing Hearts with Faye Dunaway.
- Jeannie Seely has written compositions recorded by Dottie West.
- Jeannie Seely won a Grammy Award for her 1996 song “Don’t Touch Me.”
- Jeannie Seely died on 1 August 2025, of an intestinal infection at the age of 85.
FAQ:
How old was Jeannie Seely?
85 years old (at the time of death in 2025)
Who was Jeannie Seely’s husband?
Jeannie Seely was married to Gene Ward, who died in 2024.
What is Jeannie Seely’s net worth?
As of 2025, Jeannie Seely’s estimated net worth is $3-5 million.
How many children does Jeannie Seely have?
Jeannie Seely did not have any biological child.
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