“The Ballad of Jed Clampett” opened episodes of what TV show?
Bonanza
Green Acres
Gunsmoke
The Beverly Hillbillies
Fact: In 1962, Bluegrass legends Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs were tapped to perform the theme song for a new CBS sitcom called The Beverly Hillbillies. The song, titled “The Ballad of Jed Clampett,” would go on to become one of the most recognizable TV theme songs in history. However, the duo nearly turned down the gig when they heard the show’s title. They were concerned that the word “hillbillies” might offend their strong rural fan base. However, after learning that the story revolved around a savvy mountain family who outsmarted the elite residents of Beverly Hills, they reconsidered.
Correct Answer: The Beverly Hillbillies