Mini Bio (1). Lee Greenwood was born on October 27, 1943 in Sacramento, California, USA as Melvin Lee Greenwood. He has been married to Kimberly Payne since April 11, 1992. They have two children.He was previously married to Melanie Cronk, Roberta Taylor and Edna.ini Bio (1). Lee Greenwood was born on October 27, 1943 in Sacramento, California, USA as Melvin Lee Greenwood. He has been married to Kimberly Payne since April 11, 1992. They have two children.