Loudon Wainwright III

Loudon Wainwright III (born September 5, 1946) is an American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and humorist. He was born in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, with the birth name Loudon Snowden Wainwright III. He holds U.S. citizenship, and his nationality is American. Wainwright studied at St. Andrew's School in Delaware.

Loudon Wainwright III is known for his work in various music genres, including rock music, folk music, contemporary folk music, blues, and comedy rock. As a singer, songwriter, and musician, he has been involved in the music industry throughout his career.

He is the father of singer-songwriters Rufus Wainwright, Martha Wainwright, and Lucy Wainwright Roche. His father, Loudon Wainwright Jr., was also in his family.