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Bo Diddley
Acting
December 30, 1928
Died: June 2, 2008(79 years)
McComb, Mississippi, USA
35 Credits
Bo Diddley, born Elias Otha Bates, was an original and influential American rock & roll singer, guitarist and songwriter. He was known as "The Originator" because of the key role in the transition from blues music to rock & roll, influencing a host of legendary acts including Buddy Holly, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and The Rolling Stones to name a few.
28 Movies
7 TV Shows
Biography
Bo Diddley, born Elias Otha Bates, was an original and influential American rock & roll singer, guitarist and songwriter. He was known as "The Originator" because of the key role in the transition from blues music to rock & roll, influencing a host of legendary acts including Buddy Holly, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and The Rolling Stones to name a few.
He introduced more insistent, driving rhythms and hard-edged guitar sound on a wide-ranging catalog of songs.
Personal Details
- Born
- December 30, 1928
- Died
- June 2, 2008 (79 years old)
- Birthplace
- McComb, Mississippi, USA
- Known For
- Acting
- Gender
- Male
Acting Credits
Movies28
TV Shows7
Total Credits35
