Bob Schieffer, Honky Tonk Star, Sings Third Verse of "Friends in Low Places" at D.C. Benefit

CBS Anchor Bob Schieffer emceed the So Others Might Eat 40th Anniversary Gala dinner Friday night in Washington, D.C., giving veterans of such affairs a twist on the D.C. dinner program by taking the stage as the front man for local band Honky Tonk Confidential. The veteran newsman performed a set with guest prodigy fiddler Ruby Jane Smith, 15, including such country favorites as David Allan Coe's "You Never Even Call Me By My Name" and Garth Brooks' "Friends in Low Places," even belting out the famous third verse of Brooks' hit as dinner guests danced in front of the stage.

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[armydray13]

Who were the backup singers? i know one was Miss Texas and the other is a sideline reporter but I don't know her name.

[artsevere]

Actually, Ruby Jane turned 16 a few weeks ago. She played on the Grand Ole Opry when she was 9 years old.

[joekiddone]

Jeopardy contestant: I'll take Lib Journalists for 100, Alex.

Alex: During a lengthy interview with Attorney-General Holder, HE neglected to ask about DOJ's racist decision favoring the New Black Panther Party because he said he was "on vacation" and knew nothing of it!

Who is Bob Schieffer???

Correct!

[Darthodieus]

Schiiefer's had a band for a ling time.