From rock ‘n’ roll dreamer to country music icon — a life lived in full harmony.
For those who only know Conway Twitty from his smooth, unmistakable voice and unforgettable love songs, the rare footage found in “Life and Times of Conway Twitty” opens a doorway into something deeper: the private moments, the early struggles, and the unwavering passion that defined one of country music’s most enduring legends.
Born Harold Lloyd Jenkins in Friars Point, Mississippi, Conway first rose to fame not in country, but in rock and roll, scoring a #1 hit in 1958 with “It’s Only Make Believe.” But it was in country music where he found his true home—and where he built a legacy that would span five decades, over 50 #1 hits, and countless hearts touched along the way.
In these rare and intimate film reels, we see a younger Conway, rehearsing backstage, laughing with friends, and performing with that familiar fire in his eyes. We witness the evolution of a man who was never content with stardom alone—he wanted his songs to say something, to reach into your soul and stay there.
From his legendary duets with Loretta Lynn, to his haunting ballads like “Hello Darlin’” and “Goodbye Time”, Conway’s music always carried emotion first—and these rare clips remind us why. He didn’t just sing about love and heartbreak. He lived it, breathed it, and delivered it with a truth few could match.
But perhaps most striking in this footage is the glimpse of Conway the father, the friend, the man behind the microphone. His quiet moments of reflection, his humor, his humility—they reveal a depth that fans always sensed, but rarely saw.
“Life and Times of Conway Twitty” is more than a retrospective. It’s a love letter to a man who gave everything to his music—and in doing so, gave a piece of himself to all of us.
