Effingham, Effingham County, Illinois, United States
Jackie Gotroe (born Jack Gautreaux, December 22, 1939) is a rockabilly music artist. He was born in Effingham, Illinois. He's the son of a Cajun Frenchman from Louisiana and a Jewish girl from Rochester, New York, an unlikely combination that lasted happily for 57 years. He inherited his musical ability from his mother. She sang with big bands in the 20’s and 30’s, even had her own radio show for a while. His dad saw her singing in a speakeasy and 3 days later they were married! His folks loved to go out to the local clubs where all the dance bands knew his mom. They woul… read more
Jackie Gotroe (born Jack Gautreaux, December 22, 1939) is a rockabilly music artist. He was born in Effingham, Illinois. He's the son of a Cajun Frenchman from Louisiana and a Jewish girl from Rochester, New York, an unlikely combination that lasted happily for 57 years. He inherited … read more
Jackie Gotroe (born Jack Gautreaux, December 22, 1939) is a rockabilly music artist. He was born in Effingham, Illinois. He's the son of a Cajun Frenchman from Louisiana and a Jewish girl from Rochester, New York, an unlikely combination that lasted happily for 57 years. He inherited his musical ability from his mother. She sang with big bands in the 20’… read more