Born in Texas 89 Years Ago, the Songwriter Behind “Wind Beneath My Wings” and Hits From Tammy Wynette, Randy Travis, and Tanya Tucker

Born in Texas 89 Years Ago, the Songwriter Behind “Wind Beneath My Wings” and Hits From Tammy Wynette, Randy Travis, and Tanya Tucker

Larry Henley and Jeff Silbar, who co-wrote "Wind Beneath My Wings" On this day (June 30) in 1937, Larry Henley was born in Arp, Texas. He initially wanted to be an actor before launching his music career with the Newbeats. After the band split, he started writing songs in Nashville with the likes of Red Lane, Kenny O’Dell, and Jeff Silbar. He and Silbar co-wrote “Wind Beneath My Wings.” Henley’s credits also include hits from Tammy Wynette, Rand…