11 Facts About Larnelle Harris

Larnelle Steward Harris was born on July 6,1947 and is an American gospel singer and songwriter.

Larnelle Harris then became a part of the popular gospel touring group The Spurrlows.

Larnelle Harris received notability for his solo work and as member of the Gaither Vocal Band from 1984 through 1987.

Larnelle Harris performed the song for Bush and his wife Barbara at the White House.

Larnelle Harris's recording of "All Along the Way", co-written by Greg Nelson and Dan Schafer, reached the No 1 spot on the CCM Inspirational chart, and stayed for five weeks.

Larnelle Harris has received an honorary doctorate of music from Campbellsville University in central Kentucky.

Larnelle Harris was inducted into the Western Kentucky University Hall of Distinguished Alumni in 1993.

Larnelle Harris has appeared live on television series such as Live with Regis and Kathie Lee, The 700 Club, several Billy Graham crusades, and the Trinity Broadcasting Network.

Larnelle Harris has appeared on numerous Gaither Homecoming shows, and his own Christmas special.

Larnelle Harris met his wife Cynthia while both were students at Western Kentucky University.

Larnelle Harris is well known within the gospel music industry for his reluctance to schedule performances that take him away from his family for any length of time.