Gary Rossington
ActingAbout Gary Rossington
Rossington formed the band "The Noble Five" as a teenager with friends Ronnie Van Zant, Allen Collins, Larry Junstrom and Bob Burns in the summer of 1964. They would later change the name of the band to "The One Percent" before becoming Lynyrd Skynyrd. Skynyrd gained national exposure starting in 1973 with the release of their first album (pronounced 'lĕh-'nérd 'skin-'nérd) and hit single "Free Bird". Rossington's instrument of choice was a 1959 Gibson Les Paul that he purchased from a woman whose boyfriend had left her and left behind his guitar. He named it "Berneice" in honor of his mother whom he was close to. Rossington has played lead guitar on "Tuesday's Gone" and the slide guitar for "Free Bird". Along with Collins, Rossington also provided the guitar work for "Simple Man". Rossington co-founded The Rossington-Collins Band with Collins in 1980. The band released two albums, but disbanded in 1982 after the death of Collins' wife, Kathy. Rossington still plays in the current Lynyrd Skynyrd lineup. With the death of keyboardist, Billy Powell, on January 28, 2009, Rossington is now the only original band member left in the reformed band.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Gary Rossington reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 21 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Music
The majority of Gary Rossington's filmography leans towards the Music genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 76% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Gary Rossington remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Gone with the Wind: The Remarkable Rise and Tragic Fall of Lynyrd Skynyrd, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Gary Rossington Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gary Rossington's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Gary Rossington.
Gary Rossington - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gary Rossington?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gary Rossington is "Gone with the Wind: The Remarkable Rise and Tragic Fall of Lynyrd Skynyrd" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Gary Rossington acted in?
Gary Rossington has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gary Rossington?
Other notable films include "Lynyrd Skynyrd: The Vicious Cycle Tour", "Lynyrd Skynyrd: The Old Grey Whistle Test", and "Lynyrd Skynyrd - Live from Freedom Hall".