For Release Dec. 17, 2007
Texas singer DeAnne Moore guest on Gene Williams Show

Texas singer and actress DeAnne Moore is the guest on the next telecast of the Lucas Oil Products sponsored "Gene Williams Country Television Show." The show can be seen Dec. 22-23 on more than 95 station across the nation.

"DeAnne Moore has been seen on TV and in motion pictures, commercials, and print ads. Some of her more recent appearances include the feature film 'Birdie and Bogie' with executive producer Chuck Norris and a guest star appearance on Lifetime Television's series 'Inspector Mom.' DeAnne also spent two years as the host of a nationally televised TV show dealing with the stock market. But country music has always been her first love. She is premiering her debut album 'Never Too Late' on my show," said Gene Williams.

Williams' show takes the entertainment town of Branson to more than 36 million households across the nation and into Canada and Puerto Rico. The show is taped live at the Branson Hall of Fame Theatre at the Branson Mall on Hwy. 76. The next taping is Jan. 20, 2008. Admission for the studio audience is free and the doors open at 1 p.m. for the first taping at 2 p.m.

Williams is the star, producer and creator of the show that is the longest running weekly television show in Branson. In 2006 it was listed as the most popular TV show in national ratings on WNGS Buffalo/Rochester, N.Y. It was also listed as a favorite TV show in the March, 2006, issue of the national magazine, "Maxim." Past guests have included Doug Kershaw, Ed McMahon, Mickey Gilley, the Oak Ridge Boys, Roy Clark, Barbara Fairchild, Sons of the Pioneers, the Osmonds, Johnny Cash's band The Tennessee Three, Helen Cornelius, Leona Williams, Fred Travalena, Charlie Louvin, Narvel Felts, Margo Smith, Mary Lou Turner, Cal Smith, Stonewall Jackson, Norma Jean, Little Jimmy Dickens, Ava Barber, Bill Anderson, Porter Wagoner, Jim Owen, Buck Trent, Johnny Lee, Gary P. Nunn, Todd Fritch, Ava Barber, Wanda Jackson and Razzy Bailey.

Williams' career is filled with milestones. He was recently presented the key to his hometown, Dyess, Ark., and a historical marker in appreciation for his support to help preserve the town's history. A historical building there will be used for a museum recognizing the town's historical significance and its former residents, Johnny Cash, Tommy Cash and Williams. Last year he was recognized for his community commitment to the industry and presented an honorary doctorate degree from St. Martins College in Milwaukee, Wis., in television and broadcast communications. He has also been honored by the states of Arkansas and Missouri for his work in tourism, entertainment and community. Most recently he was nominated for induction into two Halls of Fame, the Branson Entertainment Hall of Fame Museum and the Arkansas Entertainers Hall of Fame. He has worked with such greats as Johnny Cash, the Carter Family, the Statler Brothers, Carl Perkins, Charlie Walker, Charlie Louvin, Del Reeves, Merle Haggard, Ray Price, Minnie Pearl and Jack Greene.

Williams' co-host Katie Lynn has received the Branson Entertainment Awards Best Support Vocalist twice for her work in the "Mickey Gilley Show." She has worked with Gilley for more than seven years and also worked with Jim Owen for seven years. In addition to her singing career, she is a real estate agent. She and the guest star perform each week with Williams' band, the Country Junction Band.

For more information go to the website www.genewilliamscountry.com.