Jeff is one of four sons born to actor Chuck Connors, and at 6’ 2” is the smallest of the lot!
Chuck starred in many television series and movies during his career; but is undoubtedly best remembered for his role in ‘The Rifleman’ the Four Star Production series which aired on ABC for 5 years.
An accomplished singer/songwriter, Jeff grew up in Woodland Hills, CA. and currently resides in the Santa Clarita Valley.
Jeff is a self taught musician, and began playing music when he was 22 years old. Waylon, Vern Gosdin, Merle Haggard, Hank, Jr., and David Allan Coe were some of Jeff’s first mentors.
He has performed with such artists as guitarist Russ Freeman (of The Rippingtons), pedal steel artists Boo Bernstein, John Bidozio (who played for Dolly Parton), Rance Wasson, Dwight Yoakum, bassist Hutch Hutchison and Jack Daniels of ‘Highway 101’. Cary Park of ‘Boy Howdy’, drummer David Rush and Howard Yearwood are among the other many artists with whom Jeff has shared a stage, and calls friends.
Jeff has very fond personal memories of his famous father, and enjoyed working with him professionally, as well. He guest starred in 'The Rifleman' as a child, and worked with his Dad again in the film The Mad Bomber. Jeff says growing up with name Connors has always been a good thing,and he is proud of his father’s legacy. He recently performed at the Western Legends Awards, and can often be seen making personal appearances on behalf of his famous father to huge crowds all through the U.S.
Watch for Jeff’s new CD featuring his latest song
‘Teach Me’
to come out later this year.