Willie Nelson Presents: King of the Roadies

Willie Nelson Presents: King of the Roadies

2025 "Willie Nelson and friends share stories of the enigmatic Texan, Ben Dorcy (aka Lovey), an unsung hero who shaped American music history, pioneered an entire profession as the world’s first roadie, and rivaled time itself to keep the show on the road."
Willie Nelson Presents: King of the Roadies
Willie Nelson Presents: King of the Roadies

Willie Nelson Presents: King of the Roadies

5.5 | 1h26m | en | History

A true story about the unreal life of an unsung country music hero. Ben Dorcy, aka Lovey, the first and oldest roadie, is recognized by the cultural icons who depend on him just as he’s losing his independence. Having outlived all his relatives, Ben learns he can rely on his music family. Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, June Carter Cash, Kris Kristofferson, Johnny Knoxville, Kinky Friedman, Jamey Johnson, Ann-Margret, and more come together to honor this legend among legends who, unbeknownst to many, shaped Texas and American music history. “King of the Roadies” celebrates all who work to keep the wheels turning behind-the-scenes; and reminds us that with spirit, passion and perseverance, our best days may still be ahead of us if we continue doing what we love. “It’s one thing to have a bunch of good ideas, but to make them work and to put them into action, you need someone like Ben to do it, and he never failed.” – Willie Nelson

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Released: April. 27,2025 | Released Producted By: Ovarian Productions , Country: United States of America Budget: 0 Revenue: 0 Official Website: https://kingoftheroadies.com
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A true story about the unreal life of an unsung country music hero. Ben Dorcy, aka Lovey, the first and oldest roadie, is recognized by the cultural icons who depend on him just as he’s losing his independence. Having outlived all his relatives, Ben learns he can rely on his music family. Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, June Carter Cash, Kris Kristofferson, Johnny Knoxville, Kinky Friedman, Jamey Johnson, Ann-Margret, and more come together to honor this legend among legends who, unbeknownst to many, shaped Texas and American music history. “King of the Roadies” celebrates all who work to keep the wheels turning behind-the-scenes; and reminds us that with spirit, passion and perseverance, our best days may still be ahead of us if we continue doing what we love. “It’s one thing to have a bunch of good ideas, but to make them work and to put them into action, you need someone like Ben to do it, and he never failed.” – Willie Nelson

Genre

History , Documentary , Music

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Cast

Willie Nelson , Johnny Cash , Waylon Jennings , Kris Kristofferson , Merle Haggard , Shooter Jennings

Director

Josh Ashy Holden

Producted By

Ovarian Productions

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Josh Ashy Holden
Josh Ashy Holden

Camera Operator

Nick Holden
Nick Holden

Camera Operator

Amy Lee Nelson
Amy Lee Nelson

Director of Photography

Trevor Doyle Nelson
Trevor Doyle Nelson

Director of Photography

Trevor Doyle Nelson
Trevor Doyle Nelson

Co-Director

Amy Lee Nelson
Amy Lee Nelson

Director

Lana Nelson
Lana Nelson

Editor

Zach Passero
Zach Passero

Editor

Preston Flagg
Preston Flagg

Associate Producer

Adam Grimm
Adam Grimm

Associate Producer

Gina Giampa Grimm
Gina Giampa Grimm

Associate Producer

David E Anderson
David E Anderson

Associate Producer

Lana Nelson
Lana Nelson

Associate Producer

Turk Pipkin
Turk Pipkin

Associate Producer

John Selman
John Selman

Associate Producer

Joel Schoepf
Joel Schoepf

Associate Producer

David Von Roehm
David Von Roehm

Associate Producer

John Paul DeJoria
John Paul DeJoria

Co-Executive Producer

Willie Nelson Presents: King of the Roadies Audience Reviews

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