
JD Souther
Biography
John David Souther was an American singer-songwriter and actor, well-known for having (co-)written hit songs recorded by Linda Ronstadt and the Eagles. Some of his hits for the Eagles include "Best of My Love", "Victim of Love", "Heartache Tonight", and "New Kid in Town." Souther recorded two major hit songs in his solo career: "You're Only Lonely" (1979) and "Her Town Too" (1981), a duet with longtime friend, James Taylor.
Also Known As
Movie Appearances

Purgatory
as Brooks / Jesse James
1999

Roy Orbison and Friends: A Black and White Night
as Self - Backing Vocals/Guitar
1988

Deadline
as Lucas Harper
2012

Postcards from the Edge
as Ted
1990

How to Make the Cruelest Month
as Uncle Jerry
1998

My Girl 2
as Jeffrey Pommeroy
1994

ACL Presents: Americana Music Festival 2014
as Self
2014

Always
as The Singer
1989

Lost Angel: The Genius of Judee Sill
as Self - Judee's Boyfriend, Singer • Songwriter
2024

Roy Orbison: Black and White Night 30
as Self
2017

The Pennsylvania Miners' Story
as Dennis 'Harpo' Hall
2002



