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Benjamin Russell (or Russel) Hanby (July 22, 1833 – March 16, 1867) was an American composer, educator, pastor, and abolitionist. He is known for composing approximately 80 songs and hymns, most notably "Darling Nelly Gray" and the Christmas songs "Up on the Housetop", and "Who is He in Yonder Stall?". == Life and legacy == Hanby was born in Rushville, Ohio, on July 22, 1833. In 1849, he moved to Westerville to enroll at Otterbein University, and was later involved... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Benjamin Hanby first charted in 2005 with Up on the Housetop.On US AC the artist achieved 1 number‑one.