Bobby Wright: From McHale's Navy to Country Charts

Bobby Wright, a singer and son of country music legend Kitty Wells, has died at age 84. He was widely recognized for his role as radio operator Willy Moss on the ABC comedy McHale's Navy, appearing in all 138 episodes.

Beyond his acting career, Wright was a successful country music artist with 21 singles charting on Billboard's Hot Country Songs. His gentle hit "Here I Go Again" reached No. 13 in 1971.

Born John Robert Wright Jr., he began performing at age 8 with his parents, Johnnie Wright and Kitty Wells, on the Louisiana Hayride. The family later moved to Nashville, and Wright pursued acting, which led to his role on McHale's Navy.

After the show concluded, Wright continued his music career and also appeared in other television shows and films. He toured with his parents for years until their retirement in 2007, leaving behind a multifaceted legacy in entertainment.