The cause of death was reportedly complications from pneumonia.
In addition to corny jokes and recurring sketches, the show was alsoan important feature for country music performers.
Clark also frequently guest-hostedThe Tonight Showfor Jonny Carson in the 70s, a rare opportunity for a country performer.
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In addition to being an affable TV host, Clark was also a skilled country musician himself.
He became skilled in all manner of stringed instruments, including the banjo, fiddle, and mandolin.
Many others would follow the example of Roy Clark Celebrity Theatre.
His biggest hit was 1969s Yesterday When I Was Young.
After news of Clarks death broke, several musicians and celebrities offered up tributes to his influence on them.
