It's nice to see someone who achieved fame and success looking back on their early days when things were not quite so rosy. Sometimes stars don't like to reflect publicly on their humble beginnings. For others, it's a way to stay grounded and express sincere thanks to those who were firmly in their corner long before the gravy train started running. Randy Travis, who ascended to the highest echelon of country music, paid tribute nearly seven years ago to John A, Hobbs, the man who hired him for a low-level restaurant job that far pre-dated his triumphs in the music industry. For me, it truly shows what a class act Travis really is.
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Randy Travis Worked As A Cook And Dishwasher Long Ago At The Nashville Palace
He Returned There To Celebrate The 90th Birthday Of The Man Who Brought Him On Board
In a Facebook post dated February 11, 2018 from The Nashville Palace, there is the following post. "Randy Travis, former Palace cook and dishwasher, dressed up in his old work getup for the 90th birthday party of John A Hobbs, the man who hired him & gave him his first Nashville gigs.
Happy Birthday John A!"
Many People Commented With Warm Wishes For This Gentleman On His Milestone Birthday And Wished Randy Travis The Best, Too
"I worked there with Randy in the 80's! So glad you are feeling well enough to visit our old stomping grounds Randy! Tell your wife Hello she hired me"
"Glad to see Randy showing some love and appreciation. Also glad he is well enough to pay the tribute."
"So good to see Randy having such a good time. Happy Birthday Mr. Hobbs"
"That is so cool! Love Randy & love the Nashville Palace!"
The Facebook Post Has Two Fun Pics with It
They Show Travis Laughing It Up In His Work Apron And Chef's Hat
The photos show Randy Travis with Mr. Hobbs. They are smiling broadly and maybe chatting about the days when Travis was at the establishment's stove and the dishwasher rather than being a superstar on a stage singing. The two men seem very at ease with each other. Good people both!
