George Beverly Shea to Celebrate 100th Birthday on February 1

Billy Graham Crusade Soloist to be Honored at Private Gathering at the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove in Asheville, N.C.

CHARLOTTE, NC, Jan. 30 /Christian Newswire/ -- For decades he was a fixture on the Billy Graham Crusade stage and on televisions in living rooms around the country. Now, George Beverly Shea, the award-winning baritone who is often described as "America's Beloved Gospel Singer," will reach a new milestone in his storied life - the century mark.

Shea will celebrate his 100th birthday on Sunday, February 1. One day later, he will be the guest of honor during a special private gathering of family and friends at the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove in Asheville, N.C. the rest