Willie Nelson Archives

Two photographs by Jimmy Moore of Willie Nelson have been selected to appear in publicity celebrating the 38th Annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.

The event will take place on November 3, 2023, and will induct not only Willie Nelson, but also Bernie Taupin, Missy Elliott, Chaka Khan, George Michael, Kate Bush, Rage Against the Machine, The Spinners, Al Kooper, Sheryl Crow, Link Wray, DJ Kool Herc, and Don Cornelius. Disney+ will be streaming the prestigious show.

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation Chairman, John Sykes, noted that this year’s ceremony coincides with both the 90th birthday of Willie Nelson and the 50th anniversary of the birth of Hip Hop.

The evening promises to showcase a diverse group of inductees and their contributions to many genres of music.

Thom Zimny and Oren Moverman’s five-episode docuseries “Willie Nelson & Family” premiered at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival and included four photographs credited to Jimmy Moore.

The film documents Willie Nelson’s achievements, lifestyle, and influence in his seventy years as a musician and cultural icon.

Jimmy was the photographer for Willie’s first album cover. Their friendship spanned decades after their first meeting and Jimmy continued to work with Willie on various professional and personal photography projects.

This friendship led to a series of contacts that propelled Jimmy’s career in country music photography, making Willie Nelson an especially important figure in Jimmy’s life.

The coverage by the 2023 Sundance Film Festival is found here.

Find a review by Hollywood Reporter here.