Duane David Allen (born April 29, 1943) is an American singer and songwriter, who had formal training in both operatic and quartet singing before becoming a member of the Oak Ridge Boys in 1966.

Apr 26, 2024 · Oak Ridge Boys singer Duane Allen says he appreciates all the love, but the pain won't go away after his wife's death. "There are times when I just break down," he shared on social media.

A native of Taylortown, Texas, Duane (“Ace”) Allen had formal training in both operatic and quartet singing before becoming a member of the Oaks in 1966. He is a member of the Texas Gospel Music …

Duane Allen, born in Taylortown, Texas, is a celebrated vocalist best known as the lead singer of The Oak Ridge Boys, a role he has held since 1966. With a career spanning nearly six decades, Allen’s …

Jun 26, 2024 · The Oak Ridge Boys singer Duane Allen has had a hard year. On Easter, the singer lost his wife Nora Lee Allen after she passed away from an illness.

Jan 4, 2022 · For his classical music degree, Duane concentrated on voice, piano, and composition. He has received the Distinguished Alumni Award from both Paris Junior College and Texas A&M.

Sep 16, 2025 · Duane Allen sings with the Oak Ridge Boys at the Kentucky State Fair in 2024. He has been the group’s lead singer since 1966 and will be inducted into the Southern Gospel Music …