Q: What is Sammy's full name?
A: Samuel Paul Kershaw

Q: Is Sammy going to play a concert in my hometown soon?
A: All of Sammy's current tour dates are listed at: Sammy Kershaw Tour Dates .
Please note that new dates are being added daily to this itinerary. Be sure to check with the venue to confirm before traveling, because dates are subject to change without notice. Please contact the venue directly for specific ticket or show time information.

Q: What is Sammy's favorite food?
A: Cajun.

Q: Who is the woman in Sammy Kershaw's video "Love Of My Life" ?
A: The woman in the video is actress Kenda Benward.

Q: How can I send Sammy my songs that I write?
A: The Sammy Kershaw Fan Club does not accept music or lyrics for Sammy. Music is submitted to Sammy through his record company. The record company has their own requirements for submission. One of their requirements is that the material be published by a known publishing company.

Q: How can I become a songwriter like Sammy?
A: We suggest that you contact the Nashville Songwriters Association International at (615) 256-3354. They can help provide information you need on becoming a writer.

Q: How did Sammy get started in the music business?
A: When Sammy was 12 years old he played in clubs in the Lafayette area with Louisiana artist J. B. Pere.

Q: What are Sammy's hobbies?
A: Sammy enjoys hunting, fishing, golfing, cigars, surfing the 'net and working outdoors on his farm.

Q: How many kids does Sammy have?
A: Five - Erin, Emily, Ryan, Sammie, and Brandon

Q: Does Sammy have any pets?
A: He has one dog named Honey, a golden retriever.

Q: What kind of music does Sammy like?
A: Country, Southern Rock.

Q: Why doesn't Sammy write more of his own songs?
A: Sammy has written "Thank God You're Gone," "Roamin' Love," "Better Call A Preacher," "Here She Comes," "Sugar," How Can I Say No," "Louisiana Hot Sauce" (w/ Keith Stegall) and "Love Me, Loving You" (w/ Mike Fornes, Greg Wright, Gary McGuire). Sammy writes when he can make time in his busy schedule. He is very involved in writing ideas for his videos.

Q: Is Sammy related to Doug Kershaw?
A: Yes, they are third cousins.

Q: What is the necklace I always see Sammy wearing?
A: Sammy does not wear any jewelry - the "necklace" is actually ear plugs he wears on stage.

Q: What color are Sammy's eyes?
A: Sammy's eyes are green.

Q: How can I meet Sammy?
A: Sammy meets his fan club members before each show. However, the meet and greet is designed for current fan club members. Once you join the fan club (allow 4-6 weeks) then you will get information on how to get your meet and greet pass. The fan club does not accept pass requests with memberships.

Q: How can I get a copy of Sammy's version of "Fire and Rain"?
A: Red, Hot, and Country - the album that "Fire and Rain" was featured on is out of print and no longer available.

Q: How can I get a copy of my favorite Sammy video?
A: At this time Sammy does not have any video for sale at retail - The Hit Video Collection is out of print and no longer available. The fan club has let Mercury Nashville know that Sammy's fans want a new video collection.

Q: Where can I buy a copy of the Sammy and Terri Clark duet version of "Love Of My Life"?
A: Mercury Nashville printed and shipped 30,000 copies on March 17, 1998 to various record stores across the US. There are no plans at this time to print anymore.

Q: How old is Sammy?
A: Sammy was born on February 24, 1958.

Q: When will Sammy tour outside the USA?
A: Sammy prefers touring where he can travel in his bus.

Q: What is the Sammy Kershaw Foundation?
A: The Sammy Kershaw Foundation of Acadiana is an organization that Sammy founded in his hometown of Kaplan, Louisiana. The foundation helps over 25 different local and national organizations that support prevention of child abuse. All donations may be sent to:

Sammy Kershaw Foundation of Acadaina
P.O. Box 274
Kaplan, LA 70548

Q: Why did Sammy used to carry those brown leather saddle bags? Why did he stop carrying them?
A: Sammy carried the brown leather bags because he liked them and they were unique. He stopped carrying them when they were stolen.

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