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Persons in the Hit Parade Hall of Fame:
Abdul Fakir
singer
,
R&B
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Abdul Fakir
Also Known As:
Abdul "Duke" Fakir
Birth Place:
Detroit, Michigan, USA
Birth Date:
December 26
,
1935
Age today:
77
Zodiac Sign:
Capricorn
- the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20
Brief Facts:
Tenor, group:
The Four Tops
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1990 as one in
The Four Tops
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1999 as one in
The Four Tops
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Four Tops
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Al Alberts
singer
,
tv
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Al Albertini
Birth Place:
Chester, Pennsylvania, USA
Birth Date:
August 10
,
1922
Death Date:
November 27
, 2009
Age at Death:
87
Zodiac Sign:
Leo
- the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21
Brief Facts:
Group:
The Four Aces
Songs:
Three Coins in the Fountain
Love is a Many Splendored Thing
In Philadelphia he hosted a Saturday afternoon talent TV show,:
Al Alberts Showcase
Philadelphia Music Alliance Wall of Fame
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2001 as one in
The Four Aces
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Four Aces
Al Green
singer
,
R&B
,
religion
,
Broadway
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Albert Greene
Also Known As:
Rev. Al Green
Birth Place:
Forrest City, Arkansas, USA
Birth Date:
April 13
,
1946
Age today:
67
Zodiac Sign:
Aries
- the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20
Brief Facts:
Gospel and soul and R&B singer.
Broadway musical:
Your Arms Too Short to Box with God
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1995.
Albums:
I'm Still in Love with You
Al Green's Greatest Hits
Songs:
Let's Stay Together
I'm Still in Love with You
Songwriters Hall of Fame
2004.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2011.
Arkansas Entertainers Hall of Fame
1996.
Al Jardine
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Alan Charles Jardine
Birth Date:
September 3
,
1942
Age today:
70
Zodiac Sign:
Virgo
- the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23
Brief Facts:
Group:
The Beach Boys
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1988 as one in
The Beach Boys
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
The Beach Boys
.
Cruisin’ Hall of Fame
2000 as one in
The Beach Boys
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007 as one in
The Beach Boys
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Al Martino
singer
,
actor
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Alfred Cini
Birth Place:
South Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Birth Date:
October 7
,
1927
Death Date:
October 13
, 2009
Age at Death:
82, 6 days after his birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Libra
- the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23
Brief Facts:
Crooner.
Album:
Spanish Eyes
Songs:
Here in My Heart
I Love You Because
Movies:
The Godfather
The Godfather: Part II
Philadelphia Music Alliance Wall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Andy Williams
singer
,
tv
,
actor
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Howard Andrew Williams
Nickname(s):
"Andy", "Paul"
Birth Place:
Wall Lake, Iowa, USA
Birth Date:
December 3
,
1927
Death Date:
September 25
, 2012
Age at Death:
84
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
- the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22
Relationships:
ex-husband of
Claudine Longet
Older than Claudine Longet by 14 years.
Details - all relationships
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Brief Facts:
Songs:
Moon River
The Hawaiian Wedding Song
Are You Sincere
Can't Get Used to Losing You
Days of Wine and Roses
Butterfly
TV show:
The Andy Williams Show
Former member group:
Williams Brothers
Songwriters Hall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6667 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 3 November 1982.
Anne Murray
singer
,
country
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Morna Anne Murray
Birth Place:
Springhill, Nova Scotia, Canada
Birth Date:
June 20
,
1945
Age today:
67, 31 days before her 68
th
birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Gemini
- the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21
Brief Facts:
Also pop.
Album:
Let's Keep It That Way
Songs:
A Little Good News
Just Another Woman in Love
Canada's Walk of Fame
1998.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2010.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 1750 Vine Street for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 25 June 1980.
Aretha Franklin
singer
,
R&B
,
jazz
,
actor
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Aretha Louise Franklin
Nickname(s):
"The Queen of Soul"
Birth Place:
Memphis, Tennessee, USA
Birth Date:
March 25
,
1942
Age today:
71
Zodiac Sign:
Aries
- the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20
Brief Facts:
Songs:
Respect
(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman
I Say a Little Prayer
Movie:
The Blues Brothers
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1987.
UK Music Hall of Fame
2005.
Kennedy Center Honors
1994.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
Presidential Medal of Freedom
2005.
National Medal of Arts
1999.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6920 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 13 June 1979.
Art Garfunkel
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Arthur Ira Garfunkel
Birth Date:
November 5
,
1941
Age today:
71
Zodiac Sign:
Scorpio
- the Scorpion - people born October 24 through November 22
Brief Facts:
Member of:
Simon & Garfunkel
with:
Paul Simon
Songs:
Bridge Over Troubled Water
Scarborough Fair
Mrs. Robinson
Cecilia
The Sound of Silence
Long Island Music Hall of Fame
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2006 as one in
Simon & Garfunkel
1990.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1990 as one in
Simon & Garfunkel
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2006 as one in
Simon & Garfunkel
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
Simon & Garfunkel
Barbra Streisand
actor
,
singer
,
writer
,
director
,
producer
,
Broadway
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Barbara Joan Streisand
Nickname(s):
"Babs"
Birth Place:
Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
Birth Date:
April 24
,
1942
Age today:
71, 26 days after her birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Relationships:
daughter of
Diana Streisand Kind
ex-wife of
Elliott Gould
Younger than Elliott Gould by 3 years.
daughter of
Emanuel Streisand
wife of
James Brolin
Younger than James Brolin by 1 year.
mother of
Jason Gould
half-sister of
Roslyn Kind
Details - all relationships
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Ancestors:
Emanuel Streisand
Diana Streisand Kind
Descendants:
Jason Gould
Brief Facts:
Movies:
Yentl
A Star is Born
Broadway:
Funny Girl
Song:
People
Theater Hall of Fame
.
Long Island Music Hall of Fame
.
Kennedy Center Honors
2008.
California Hall of Fame
2010.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
National Medal of Arts
2000.
French Legion of Honor
.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6925 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the motion picture industry;
ceremony: 17 December 1976.
Barry Gibb
singer
,
musician
,
composer
,
actor
,
hall of fame
,
producer
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Barry Alan Crompton Gibb
Birth Place:
Douglas, Isle of Man
Birth Date:
September 1
,
1946
Age today:
66
Zodiac Sign:
Virgo
- the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23
Relationships:
older brother of
Andy Gibb
Older than Andy Gibb by 11 years.
older brother of
Maurice Gibb
Older than Maurice Gibb by 3 years.
older brother of
Robin Gibb
Older than Robin Gibb by 3 years.
Details - all relationships
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Brief Facts:
Member of band:
The Bee Gees
CBE awarded 2001.
Song:
Stayin' Alive
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1994.
Dance Music Hall of Fame
2004 as one in
The Bee Gees
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1997 as one in
The Bee Gees
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2001 as one in
The Bee Gees
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
The Bee Gees
.
London Avenue of Stars
2004 as one in
The Bee Gees
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Barry Manilow
singer
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Barry Alan Pincus
Birth Place:
Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
Birth Date:
June 17
,
1943
Age today:
69, 28 days before his 70
th
birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Gemini
- the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21
Brief Facts:
Songwriters Hall of Fame
2002.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6233 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 22 September 1980.
Ben E. King
singer
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Benjamin Earl Nelson
Birth Date:
September 28
,
1938
Age today:
74
Zodiac Sign:
Libra
- the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23
Brief Facts:
Group:
The Drifters
Songs:
Stand by Me
Save the Last Dance for Me
This Magic Moment
North Carolina Music Hall of Fame
2009.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1988 as one in
The Drifters
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Drifters
Benny Andersson
musician
,
singer
,
composer
,
producer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Göran Bror Andersson
Birth Place:
Stockholm, Sweden
Birth Date:
December 16
,
1946
Age today:
66
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
- the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22
Brief Facts:
Group:
ABBA
Song:
Dancing Queen
Compositions in movie musical:
Mamma Mia!
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
2010 as one in
ABBA
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2002 as one in
ABBA
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2010 as one in
ABBA
Bernie Leadon
musician
,
composer
,
bluegrass
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Bernard Mathew Leadon III
Birth Place:
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
Birth Date:
July 19
,
1947
Age today:
65
Zodiac Sign:
Cancer
- the Crab - people born June 22 through July 22
Brief Facts:
Name is pronounced "Led-un." Multiple instruments.
Member of:
The Eagles
Album:
Desperado
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
The Eagles
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2001 as one in
The Eagles
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
The Eagles
Bernie Toorish
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
John Bernard Toorish
Brief Facts:
Lead vocalist for group:
The Four Lads
from Toronto.
Songs:
Standing on the Corner
No, Not Much
Moments to Remember
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2003 as one in
The Four Lads
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Four Lads
Bill Medley
singer
,
hall of fame
,
actor
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
William Thomas Medley
Birth Place:
Santa Ana, California, USA
Birth Date:
September 19
,
1940
Age today:
72
Zodiac Sign:
Virgo
- the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23
Brief Facts:
One of group:
The Righteous Brothers
Song:
You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'
Refer to:
Bobby Hatfield
Anaheim / OC Walk of Stars
2008.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
2003 as one in
The Righteous Brothers
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2005 as one in
The Righteous Brothers
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2010 as one in
The Righteous Brothers
Bill Wyman
musician
,
bassist
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
William George Perks
Birth Place:
London, England
Birth Date:
October 24
,
1936
Age today:
76
Zodiac Sign:
Scorpio
- the Scorpion - people born October 24 through November 22
Relationships:
ex-husband of
Mandy Smith
Older than Mandy Smith by 33 years.
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Brief Facts:
Group:
The Rolling Stones
Bassist.
Album:
Bill Wyman and the Rhythm Kings
1989 marriage - Mandy Smith was 13½ when they first dated.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Rolling Stones
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1989 as one in
The Rolling Stones
.
UK Music Hall of Fame
2004 as one in
The Rolling Stones
.
London Avenue of Stars
2009 as one in
The Rolling Stones
Billy Davis Jr.
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
William Davis Jr.
Birth Place:
St. Louis, Missouri, USA
Birth Date:
June 26
,
1938
Age today:
74
Zodiac Sign:
Cancer
- the Crab - people born June 22 through July 22
Relationships:
husband of
Marilyn McCoo
Older than Marilyn McCoo by 5 years.
Details - all relationships
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Brief Facts:
Group:
The 5th Dimension
Songs:
Up, Up and Away
Aquarius
Let the Sunshine In
St. Louis Walk of Fame
2010 as one in
The 5th Dimension
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2002 as one in
The 5th Dimension
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The 5th Dimension
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Billy Joel
singer
,
musician
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
William Martin Joel
Also Known As:
Bill Martin
Birth Place:
The Bronx, New York, USA
Birth Date:
May 9
,
1949
Age today:
64, 11 days after his birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Relationships:
ex-husband of
Christie Brinkley
Older than Christie Brinkley by 4 years.
Details - all relationships
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Brief Facts:
Album:
Storm Front
Song:
We Didn't Start the Fire
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1999.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1992.
Long Island Music Hall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6233 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 20 September 2004.
Bing Crosby
actor
,
singer
,
golf
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Harry Lillis Crosby
Birth Place:
Tacoma, Washington, USA
Birth Date:
May 3
,
1903
Death Date:
October 14
, 1977
Age at Death:
74
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Relationships:
older brother of
Bob Crosby
Older than Bob Crosby by 10 years.
grandfather of
Denise Crosby
father of
Dennis Crosby
husband of
Dixie Lee
, until her earlier death.
Older than Dixie Lee by 8 years.
father of
Gary Crosby
father of
Harry Crosby
husband of
Kathryn Grant
, until he died.
Older than Kathryn Grant by 20 years.
father of
Lindsay Crosby
father of
Mary Crosby
father of
Nathaniel Crosby
father of
Phillip Crosby
Details - all relationships
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Descendants:
Dennis Crosby
Denise Crosby
Gary Crosby
Harry Crosby
Lindsay Crosby
Nathaniel Crosby
Phillip Crosby
Mary Crosby
Brief Facts:
Sang "crooner" style.
"On the Road" movies with:
Bob Hope
Song:
White Christmas
Movie musical:
Holiday Inn
Songwriters Hall of Fame
.
Broadcasting & Cable Hall of Fame
.
Big Band and Jazz Hall of Fame
2002.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
World Golf Hall of Fame
1978.
Western Music Association Hall of Fame
2008.
National Radio Hall of Fame
1998.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 1611 Vine Street for contributions to the motion picture industry.
A star at 6751 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
A star at 6769 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to radio.
Bo Diddley
singer
,
musician
,
hall of fame
,
adopted
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Ellas Otha Bates
Also Known As:
Ellas Bates McDaniel
Nickname(s):
"The Originator"
Birth Place:
McComb, Mississippi, USA
Birth Date:
December 30
,
1928
Death Date:
June 2
, 2008
Age at Death:
79
Zodiac Sign:
Capricorn
- the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20
Brief Facts:
Birth name Ellas Otha Bates. Later, adopted by mother's cousin, took name McDaniel.
Song:
Hey Bo Diddley
Known for his homemade rectangular-shaped guitar and his signature rhythm beat.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1987.
Blues Hall of Fame
2004.
Mississippi Musicians Hall of Fame
.
Guitar Center RockWalk
1989.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2010.
Rockabilly Hall of Fame
.
Bob Gaudio
singer
,
musician
,
composer
,
producer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Robert John Gaudio
Birth Place:
The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
Birth Date:
November 17
,
1942
Age today:
70
Zodiac Sign:
Scorpio
- the Scorpion - people born October 24 through November 22
Brief Facts:
Vocalist and keyboardist.
Group:
The Four Seasons
Composed songs:
Short Shorts
Sherry
Big Girls Don't Cry
Walk Like a Man
Rag Doll
Can't Take My Eyes Off of You
Oh What a Night
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1995.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007 as one in
The Four Seasons
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1990 as one in
The Four Seasons
Bob Shane
folk
,
singer
,
musician
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Robert Castle Schoen
Birth Place:
Hilo, Hawaii, USA
Birth Date:
February 1
,
1934
Age today:
79
Zodiac Sign:
Aquarius
- the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19
Brief Facts:
Guitarist.
Founding member of folk music group:
The Kingston Trio
Songs:
Where Have All the Flowers Gone
Tom Dooley
Hard, Ain't It Hard
The Ballad of Reuben James
Scotch and Soda
The Tijuana Jail
Greenback Dollar
A Worried Man
M.T.A.
The Reverend Mr. Black
Album:
The Kingston Trio At Large
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2000 as one in
The Kingston Trio
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
The Kingston Trio
Bobby Darin
singer
,
composer
,
actor
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Walden Robert Cassotto
Birth Place:
The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
Birth Date:
May 14
,
1936
Death Date:
December 20
, 1973
Age at Death:
37
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Relationships:
ex-husband of
Sandra Dee
Older than Sandra Dee by 5 years.
Details - all relationships
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Brief Facts:
Songs:
Splish Splash
Dream Lover
Mack the Knife
Movie:
Come September
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1990.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1999.
Las Vegas Walk of Stars
2007.
Bronx Walk of Fame
2004.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 1735 Vine Street for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 26 May 1982.
Bobby Hatfield
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Robert Lee Hatfield
Birth Place:
Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, USA
Birth Date:
August 10
,
1940
Death Date:
November 5
, 2003
Age at Death:
63
Zodiac Sign:
Leo
- the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21
Brief Facts:
Member of group:
The Righteous Brothers
Songs:
You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'
Unchained Melody
Died of heart problems mixed with cocaine drug use.
See also:
Bill Medley
Anaheim / OC Walk of Stars
2008.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
2003 as one in
The Righteous Brothers
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2005 as one in
The Righteous Brothers
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2010 as one in
The Righteous Brothers
Bobby Rydell
singer
,
actor
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Robert Louis Ridarelli
Birth Place:
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Birth Date:
April 26
,
1942
Age today:
71, 24 days after his birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Brief Facts:
Songs:
Volare
Wild One
Movie:
Bye Bye Birdie
Philadelphia Music Alliance Wall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Bobby Vee
singer
,
actor
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Robert Thomas Velline
Birth Place:
Fargo, North Dakota, USA
Birth Date:
April 30
,
1943
Age today:
70, 20 days after his birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Brief Facts:
Songs:
Devil or Angel
Rubber Ball
The Night Has a Thousand Eyes
Take Good Care of My Baby
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Rockabilly Hall of Fame
.
Minnesota Music Hall of Fame
1992.
Bobby Vinton
singer
,
actor
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Stanley Robert Vinton Jr.
Nickname(s):
"Stash", "The Polish Prince"
Birth Place:
Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, USA
Birth Date:
April 16
,
1935
Age today:
78, 34 days after his birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Aries
- the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20
Brief Facts:
Family name changed from Vintula by his father.
Songs:
Blue Velvet
Lonely
Beer Barrel Polka
I Love How You Love Me
Sealed With a Kiss
Movie:
Big Jake
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6916 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
Brenda Lee
singer
,
country
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Brenda Mae Tarpley
Birth Date:
December 11
,
1944
Age today:
68
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
- the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22
Brief Facts:
Songs:
I'm Sorry
Big Four Poster
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
2002.
Country Music Hall of Fame
1997.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
Georgia Music Hall of Fame
1982.
Rockabilly Hall of Fame
.
Brian Jones
musician
,
singer
,
accident
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Lewis Brian Hopkins-Jones
Also Known As:
Elmo Lewis
Birth Place:
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England
Birth Date:
February 28
,
1942
Death Date:
July 3
, 1969
Age at Death:
27
Zodiac Sign:
Pisces
- the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20
Brief Facts:
With rock group:
The Rolling Stones
Guitar. 1969 - found dead in his swimming pool - drowned - coroner said "death by misadventure".
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Rolling Stones
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1989 as one in
The Rolling Stones
.
UK Music Hall of Fame
2004 as one in
The Rolling Stones
.
London Avenue of Stars
2009 as one in
The Rolling Stones
Brian Wilson
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Brian Douglas Wilson
Birth Place:
Hawthorne, California, USA
Birth Date:
June 20
,
1942
Age today:
70, 31 days before his 71
st
birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Gemini
- the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21
Relationships:
older brother of
Carl Wilson
Older than Carl Wilson by 4 years.
older brother of
Dennis Wilson
Older than Dennis Wilson by 2 years.
cousin of
Mike Love
Details - all relationships
List - people connecting
Brief Facts:
Group:
The Beach Boys
Songwriters Hall of Fame
2002.
UK Music Hall of Fame
2006.
Kennedy Center Honors
2007.
Guitar Center RockWalk
1996.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1988 as one in
The Beach Boys
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
The Beach Boys
.
Cruisin’ Hall of Fame
2000 as one in
The Beach Boys
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007 as one in
The Beach Boys
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Brook Benton
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Benjamin Franklin Peay
Birth Date:
September 19
,
1931
Death Date:
April 9
, 1988
Age at Death:
56
Zodiac Sign:
Virgo
- the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23
Brief Facts:
Songwriters Hall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Bruce Springsteen
singer
,
composer
,
musician
,
activist
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Bruce Frederick Joseph Springsteen
Nickname(s):
"The Boss"
Birth Place:
Long Branch, New Jersey, USA
Birth Date:
September 23
,
1949
Age today:
63
Zodiac Sign:
Virgo
- the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23
Relationships:
ex-husband of
Julianne Phillips
Older than Julianne Phillips by 10 years.
husband of
Patti Scialfa
Older than Patti Scialfa by 3 years.
Details - all relationships
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Brief Facts:
Band named:
E Street Band
Song and album:
Born in the U.S.A.
Grammy Award and Oscar winner.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1999.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1999.
Kennedy Center Honors
2009.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2011.
New Jersey Hall of Fame
2008.
Buddy Holly
singer
,
accident
,
musician
,
air crash
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Charles Hardin Holley
Also Known As:
Buddy Holley
Birth Place:
Lubbock, Texas, USA
Birth Date:
September 7
,
1936
Death Date:
February 3
, 1959
Age at Death:
22
Zodiac Sign:
Virgo
- the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23
Brief Facts:
Died in a plane crash with:
Ritchie Valens
JP Richardson
aka "Big Bopper".
Formed early rock group:
The Crickets
Songs:
Oh Boy!
That'll Be the Day
Peggy Sue
Everyday
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1986.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1986.
Guitar Center RockWalk
1989.
Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame
1994.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
2012 as one in
The Crickets
.
Rockabilly Hall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Crickets
.
Music City Walk of Fame
2007 as one in
The Crickets
.
West Texas Walk of Fame
1979.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 1750 Vine Street for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 7 September 2011.
Carl Wilson
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Carl Dean Wilson
Birth Place:
Hawthorne, California, USA
Birth Date:
December 21
,
1946
Death Date:
February 6
, 1998
Age at Death:
51
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
- the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22
Relationships:
younger brother of
Brian Wilson
Younger than Brian Wilson by 4 years.
younger brother of
Dennis Wilson
Younger than Dennis Wilson by 2 years.
cousin of
Mike Love
Details - all relationships
List - people connecting
Brief Facts:
Group:
The Beach Boys
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1988 as one in
The Beach Boys
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
The Beach Boys
.
Cruisin’ Hall of Fame
2000 as one in
The Beach Boys
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007 as one in
The Beach Boys
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Carole King
singer
,
composer
,
producer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Carole Klein
Birth Date:
February 9
,
1942
Age today:
71
Zodiac Sign:
Aquarius
- the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19
Brief Facts:
Song:
Will You Love Me Tomorrow
performed by The Shirelles.
Song:
The Loco-Motion
Album:
Tapestry
(1971.)
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1990.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1987.
Long Island Music Hall of Fame
.
Guitar Center RockWalk
1989.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6906 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 3 December 2012.
Cass Elliot
singer
,
actor
,
tv
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Ellen Naomi Cohen
Nickname(s):
"Mama Cass"
Birth Place:
Baltimore, Maryland, USA
Birth Date:
September 19
,
1941
Death Date:
July 29
, 1974
Age at Death:
32
Zodiac Sign:
Virgo
- the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23
Brief Facts:
Group:
The Mamas & the Papas
Movie:
Pufnstuf
Host of TV series:
The Mama Cass Television Show
Don't Call Me Mama Anymore
Songs:
Monday, Monday
California Dreamin'
Dedicated to the One I Love
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
The Mamas & the Papas
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2000 as one in
The Mamas & the Papas
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Mamas & the Papas
Charlie Watts
musician
,
artist
,
producer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Charles Robert Watts
Birth Place:
London, England
Birth Date:
June 2
,
1941
Age today:
71, 13 days before his 72
nd
birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Gemini
- the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21
Brief Facts:
Drummer with the group:
The Rolling Stones
Commercial artist.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Rolling Stones
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1989 as one in
The Rolling Stones
.
UK Music Hall of Fame
2004 as one in
The Rolling Stones
.
London Avenue of Stars
2009 as one in
The Rolling Stones
Cher
actor
,
director
,
writer
,
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Cherilyn Sarkisian
Also Known As:
Cherilyn LaPiere
Birth Place:
El Centro, California, USA
Birth Date:
May 20
,
1946
Age today:
67, her birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Relationships:
mother of
Chaz Bono
ex-wife of
Gregg Allman
Older than Gregg Allman by 1 year.
ex-wife of
Sonny Bono
Younger than Sonny Bono by 11 years.
Details - all relationships
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Descendants:
Chaz Bono
Chaz Bono
Brief Facts:
Group:
Sonny & Cher
Song:
I Got You Babe
Movies:
Moonstruck
Silkwood
Burlesque
The Witches of Eastwick
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
Sonny & Cher
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Christine McVie
musician
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Christine Perfect
Brief Facts:
Member of group:
Fleetwood Mac
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
Fleetwood Mac
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2005 as one in
Fleetwood Mac
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
Fleetwood Mac
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Chubby Checker
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Ernest Evans
Birth Place:
Spring Gulley, South Carolina, USA
Birth Date:
October 3
,
1941
Age today:
71
Zodiac Sign:
Libra
- the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23
Brief Facts:
Song "The Twist".
Philadelphia Music Alliance Wall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
Chuck Berry
singer
,
criminal
,
musician
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Charles Edward Anderson Berry
Nickname(s):
"Father of Rock and Roll"
Birth Place:
St. Louis, Missouri, USA
Birth Date:
October 18
,
1926
Age today:
86
Zodiac Sign:
Libra
- the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23
Brief Facts:
Created the Rock and Roll style for guitar playing. Also the "duck walk".
Songs:
Johnny B. Goode
Nadine
Roll Over Beethoven
Rock and Roll Music
Maybellene
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1986.
Blues Hall of Fame
1985.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1986.
Kennedy Center Honors
2000.
Guitar Center RockWalk
1986.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008.
Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame
1982.
St. Louis Walk of Fame
.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 1777 Vine Street for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 8 October 1987.
Cindy Birdsong
singer
,
R&B
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Cynthia Ann Birdsong
Birth Place:
Mount Holly, New Jersey, USA
Birth Date:
December 15
,
1939
Age today:
73
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
- the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22
Brief Facts:
Groups:
The Supremes
Patti LaBelle and The Bluebelles
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1988 as one in
The Supremes
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
The Supremes
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007 as one in
The Supremes
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Clyde McPhatter
musician
,
blues
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Clyde Lensley McPhatter
Birth Place:
Durham, North Carolina, USA
Birth Date:
November 15
,
1932
Death Date:
June 13
, 1972
Age at Death:
39
Zodiac Sign:
Scorpio
- the Scorpion - people born October 24 through November 22
Brief Facts:
Formed group:
The Drifters
Album:
The Forgotten Angel
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1987.
North Carolina Music Hall of Fame
2009.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1988 as one in
The Drifters
.
Rockabilly Hall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Drifters
Connie Codarini
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Corrado Codarini
Brief Facts:
Bass vocalist for group:
The Four Lads
from Toronto.
Songs:
Standing on the Corner
No, Not Much
Moments to Remember
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2003 as one in
The Four Lads
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Four Lads
Connie Francis
actor
,
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Concetta Rosa Maria Franconero
Concetta Rosemarie Franconero
Also Known As:
Concetta Franconero
Connie Franconero
Birth Place:
Newark, New Jersey, USA
Birth Date:
December 12
,
1938
Age today:
74
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
- the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22
Brief Facts:
Movie:
Where the Boys Are
Songs:
Who's Sorry Now?
Second Hand Love
Where the Boys Are
November 8, 1974, she was raped at a hotel.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
Cornell Gunter
singer
,
murdered
,
R&B
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Cornelius E. Gunter
Also Known As:
Cornell Gunther
Cornel Gunter
Birth Place:
Coffeyvillle, Kansas, USA
Birth Date:
November 14
,
1936
Death Date:
February 26
, 1990
Age at Death:
53
Zodiac Sign:
Scorpio
- the Scorpion - people born October 24 through November 22
Brief Facts:
R&B and doo-wop singer.
Original member of group:
The Platters
Member:
The Coasters
Songs:
Poison Ivy
Charlie Brown
Yakety-Yak
Shot while in his auto in Las Vegas.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1987 as one in
The Coasters
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1999 as one in
The Coasters
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1990 as one in
The Platters
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
The Platters
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Platters
Cubby O'Brien
musician
,
Broadway
,
actor
,
mouseketeer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Carl Patrick O'Brien
Birth Place:
Burbank, California, USA
Birth Date:
July 14
,
1946
Age today:
66
Zodiac Sign:
Cancer
- the Crab - people born June 22 through July 22
Brief Facts:
Drummer.
Mousketeer - TV shows:
The Mickey Mouse Club
The Carol Burnett Show
Band:
The Carpenters
Drummer on Broadway.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
The Carpenters
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Damon Harris
singer
,
R&B
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Otis Robert Harris Jr.
Birth Place:
Baltimore, Maryland, USA
Birth Date:
July 17
,
1950
Death Date:
February 18
, 2013
Age at Death:
62
Zodiac Sign:
Cancer
- the Crab - people born June 22 through July 22
Brief Facts:
Member of:
The Temptations
from 1971 to 1975.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Temptations
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1989 as one in
The Temptations
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Dan Fogelberg
singer
,
musician
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Daniel Grayling Fogelberg
Birth Place:
Peoria, Illinois, USA
Birth Date:
August 13
,
1951
Death Date:
December 16
, 2007
Age at Death:
56
Zodiac Sign:
Leo
- the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21
Brief Facts:
Albums:
Home Free
Phoenix
The Innocent Age
Songs:
Believe in Me
Longer
Hard to Say
Leader of the Band
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2010.
Dave Guard
singer
,
folk
,
composer
,
writer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Donald David Guard
Birth Place:
San Francisco, California, USA
Birth Date:
October 19
,
1934
Death Date:
March 22
, 1991
Age at Death:
56
Zodiac Sign:
Libra
- the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23
Brief Facts:
Group:
The Kingston Trio
Songs:
Tom Dooley
A Worried Man
Tijuana Jail
Greenback Dollar
Sloop John B.
Scotch And Soda
Hard, Ain't It Hard
M.T.A.
Book:
Colour Guitar
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2000 as one in
The Kingston Trio
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
The Kingston Trio
David Gilmour
composer
,
producer
,
musician
,
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
David Jon Gilmour
Birth Place:
Cambridge, England
Birth Date:
March 6
,
1946
Age today:
67
Zodiac Sign:
Pisces
- the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20
Brief Facts:
Guitarist/singer rock group:
Pink Floyd
Albums:
Echoes: the Best of Pink Floyd
The Dark Side of the Moon
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2010 as one in
Pink Floyd
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1996 as one in
Pink Floyd
.
UK Music Hall of Fame
2005 as one in
Pink Floyd
.
London Avenue of Stars
2010 as one in
Pink Floyd
Davy Jones
actor
,
horse racing
,
singer
,
Broadway
,
Tony Award
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
David Thomas Jones
Also Known As:
David Jones
Birth Place:
Manchester, England
Birth Date:
December 30
,
1945
Death Date:
February 29
, 2012
Age at Death:
66
Zodiac Sign:
Capricorn
- the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20
Brief Facts:
Member group and TV show:
The Monkees
Song:
I'm a Believer
Broadway (and London) musical:
Oliver!
with a Tony Award nomination.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2007 as one in
The Monkees
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
The Monkees
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Dean Martin
actor
,
singer
,
boxing
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Dino Paul Crocetti
Birth Place:
Steubenville, Ohio, USA
Birth Date:
June 7
,
1917
Death Date:
December 25
, 1995 (Christmas Day)
Age at Death:
78
Zodiac Sign:
Gemini
- the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21
Relationships:
father of
Dean Paul Martin
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Descendants:
Dean Paul Martin
Brief Facts:
Paired with
Jerry Lewis
in many movies.
Member:
the Rat Pack
Songwriters Hall of Fame
.
Broadcasting & Cable Hall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6519 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the motion picture industry.
A star at 1617 Vine Street for contributions to the recording industry.
A star at 6651 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the television industry.
Del Shannon
singer
,
composer
,
producer
,
hall of fame
,
suicide
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Charles Weedon Westover
Birth Place:
Coopersville, Michigan, USA
Birth Date:
December 30
,
1934
Death Date:
February 8
, 1990
Age at Death:
55
Zodiac Sign:
Capricorn
- the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20
Brief Facts:
Guitar and vocals.
Song:
Runaway
Died of a self-inflicted gun shot.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1999.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Rockabilly Hall of Fame
.
Dennis Wilson
singer
,
accident
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Dennis Carl Wilson
Birth Date:
December 4
,
1944
Death Date:
December 28
, 1983
Age at Death:
39, 24 days after his birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
- the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22
Relationships:
younger brother of
Brian Wilson
Younger than Brian Wilson by 2 years.
older brother of
Carl Wilson
Older than Carl Wilson by 2 years.
cousin of
Mike Love
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Brief Facts:
Group:
The Beach Boys
Wrote many of the songs. Drowned while swimming off his boat in a marina.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1988 as one in
The Beach Boys
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
The Beach Boys
.
Cruisin’ Hall of Fame
2000 as one in
The Beach Boys
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007 as one in
The Beach Boys
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Denny Doherty
singer
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Dennis Gerrard Stephen Doherty
Birth Place:
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Birth Date:
November 29
,
1940
Death Date:
January 19
, 2007
Age at Death:
66
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
- the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22
Brief Facts:
Member of group:
The Mamas & the Papas
Songs:
California Dreamin'
Monday, Monday
Dedicated to the One I Love
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
The Mamas & the Papas
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2000 as one in
The Mamas & the Papas
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Mamas & the Papas
Diana Ross
singer
,
actor
,
criminal
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Diane Ernestine Ross
Birth Place:
Detroit, Michigan, USA
Birth Date:
March 26
,
1944
Age today:
69
Zodiac Sign:
Aries
- the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20
Brief Facts:
Group:
The Supremes
Song (solo):
Ain't No Mountain High Enough
Movie:
The Wiz
Jailed for drunken driving in February 2004.
Kennedy Center Honors
2007.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1988 as one in
The Supremes
2007.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1988 as one in
The Supremes
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
The Supremes
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007 as one in
The Supremes
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6712 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 6 May 1982.
Dion
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Dion Francis DiMucci
Birth Place:
The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
Birth Date:
July 18
,
1939
Age today:
73
Zodiac Sign:
Cancer
- the Crab - people born June 22 through July 22
Brief Facts:
Group:
Dion & The Belmonts
Songs:
Runaround Sue
The Wanderer
Abraham, Martin & John
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1989.
Bronx Walk of Fame
2007.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2000 as one in
Dion & The Belmonts
Dionne Warwick
singer
,
actor
,
producer
,
composer
,
tv
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Marie Dionne Warrick
Birth Place:
East Orange, New Jersey, USA
Birth Date:
December 12
,
1940
Age today:
72
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
- the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22
Relationships:
niece of
Cissy Houston
older sister of
Dee Dee Warwick
Older than Dee Dee Warwick by 4 years.
daughter of
Lee Drinkard
first cousin of
Whitney Houston
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Ancestors:
Lee Drinkard
Brief Facts:
TV series:
Dionne and Friends
Solid Gold
Voice actor on TV series:
Captain Planet and the Planeteers
Sang title song for:
The Love Boat
Her last name was misspelled on the label of her first single in 1962 - she changed to Warwick.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6922 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 12 December 1985.
Dolly Parton
actor
,
singer
,
country
,
composer
,
hall of fame
,
Broadway
,
Tony Award
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Dolly Rebecca Parton
Birth Place:
Sevierville, Tennessee, USA
Birth Date:
January 19
,
1946
Age today:
67
Zodiac Sign:
Capricorn
- the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20
Brief Facts:
Member of:
Grand Ole Opry
Movie:
Joyful Noise
Movie and song:
Nine to Five
Songs:
I Will Always Love You
Coat of Many Colors
Composer for Broadway musical:
Nine to Five
Tony Award nomination.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
2001.
Country Music Hall of Fame
1999.
Music City Walk of Fame
2009.
Kennedy Center Honors
2006.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2011.
Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame
1986.
National Medal of Arts
2005.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6712 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 14 June 1984.
Don Everly
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Isaac Donald Everly
Birth Place:
Muhlenberg County, Kentucky, USA
Birth Date:
February 1
,
1937
Age today:
76
Zodiac Sign:
Aquarius
- the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19
Relationships:
older brother of
Phil Everly
Older than Phil Everly by 1 year.
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Brief Facts:
Group:
The Everly Brothers
Songs:
Wake Up Little Susie
Bye Bye Love
by:
Felice Bryant
Country Music Hall of Fame
2001.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
The Everly Brothers
.
Kentucky Music Hall of Fame
2002 as one in
The Everly Brothers
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1986 as one in
The Everly Brothers
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2004 as one in
The Everly Brothers
.
Member of:
Grand Ole Opry
as one in
The Everly Brothers
.
Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame
2001.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Don Henley
singer
,
musician
,
activist
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Donald Hugh Henley
Birth Place:
Gilmer, Texas, USA
Birth Date:
July 22
,
1947
Age today:
65
Zodiac Sign:
Cancer
- the Crab - people born June 22 through July 22
Brief Facts:
Guitar and drums.
Lead vocalist of band:
The Eagles
Songs:
Hotel California
Desperado
Songwriters Hall of Fame
2000.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
The Eagles
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2001 as one in
The Eagles
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
The Eagles
Donny Osmond
singer
,
tv
,
actor
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Donald Clark Osmond
Birth Place:
Ogden, Utah, USA
Birth Date:
December 9
,
1957
Age today:
55
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
- the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22
Relationships:
younger brother of
Alan Osmond
Younger than Alan Osmond by 8 years.
younger brother of
Jay Osmond
Younger than Jay Osmond by 2 years.
older brother of
Jimmy Osmond
Older than Jimmy Osmond by 5 years.
older brother of
Marie Osmond
Older than Marie Osmond by 1 year.
younger brother of
Merrill Osmond
Younger than Merrill Osmond by 4 years.
younger brother of
Wayne Osmond
Younger than Wayne Osmond by 6 years.
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Brief Facts:
Most famous of the family group:
The Osmonds
Song:
Puppy Love
TV series:
Donny & Marie
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2011.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Doris Day
actor
,
activist
,
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Doris Mary Ann von Kappelhoff
Nickname(s):
"Clara Bixby"
Birth Place:
Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
Birth Date:
April 3
,
1924
Age today:
89
Zodiac Sign:
Aries
- the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20
Relationships:
mother of
Terry Melcher
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Descendants:
Terry Melcher
Brief Facts:
Song:
Whatever Will Be, Will Be (Que Sera, Sera)
Movies:
Pillow Talk
The Glass Bottom Boat
With Six You Get Eggroll
Teacher's Pet
Songwriters Hall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
Presidential Medal of Freedom
2004.
Ohio Women's Hall of Fame
1981.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6735 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the motion picture industry.
A star at 6278 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
Doug Clifford
musician
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Douglas Clifford
Nickname(s):
"Cosmo"
Birth Place:
Palo Alto, California, USA
Birth Date:
April 24
,
1945
Age today:
68, 26 days after his birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Brief Facts:
Drummer.
Member band:
Creedence Clearwater Revival
Songs:
Bad Moon Rising
Proud Mary
Suzie Q
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1993 as one in
Creedence Clearwater Revival
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
Creedence Clearwater Revival
Duane Eddy
musician
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Duane Eddy
Birth Place:
Corning, New York, USA
Birth Date:
April 26
,
1938
Age today:
75, 24 days after his birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Brief Facts:
Guitarist.
Song:
Rebel Rouser
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1994.
Guitar Center RockWalk
1997.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2011.
Dusty Springfield
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Mary Isabel Catherine Bernadette O'Brien
Birth Place:
Hampstead, London, England
Birth Date:
April 16
,
1939
Death Date:
March 2
, 1999
Age at Death:
59
Zodiac Sign:
Aries
- the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20
Brief Facts:
English pop singer.
Songs:
You Don't Have to Say You Love Me
Son of a Preacher Man
I Only Want To Be With You
I Just Don't Know What to Do with Myself
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1999. Inducted 10 days after her death. Awarded OBE.
UK Music Hall of Fame
2006.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2010.
Ed Ames
singer
,
actor
,
hall of fame
,
Broadway
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Edmond Dantes Urick
Birth Place:
Malden, Massachusetts, USA
Birth Date:
July 9
,
1927
Age today:
85
Zodiac Sign:
Cancer
- the Crab - people born June 22 through July 22
Relationships:
younger brother of
Gene Ames
Younger than Gene Ames by 4 years.
younger brother of
Joe Ames
Younger than Joe Ames by 6 years.
younger brother of
Vic Ames
Younger than Vic Ames by 2 years.
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Brief Facts:
Group:
The Ames Brothers
Songs:
Rag Mop
The Naughty Lady of Shady Lane
Melodie d'Amour
TV series:
Daniel Boone
in role of:
Mingo
Also on Broadway and other TV shows.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
The Ames Brothers
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Ames Brothers
Eddie Fisher
singer
,
actor
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Edwin Jack Fisher
Nickname(s):
"Sonny Boy"
Birth Place:
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Birth Date:
August 10
,
1928
Death Date:
September 22
, 2010
Age at Death:
82
Zodiac Sign:
Leo
- the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21
Relationships:
father of
Carrie Fisher
ex-husband of
Connie Stevens
Older than Connie Stevens by 9 years.
ex-husband of
Debbie Reynolds
Older than Debbie Reynolds by 3 years.
ex-husband of
Elizabeth Taylor
Older than Elizabeth Taylor by 3 years.
father of
Joely Fisher
Details - all relationships
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Descendants:
Carrie Fisher
Joely Fisher
Brief Facts:
TV show:
Coke Time with Eddie Fisher
Movies:
BUtterfield 8
Bundle of Joy
Songs:
Any Time
I'm Walking Behind You
Oh, My Pa-pa
I'm Yours
Lady of Spain
Count Your Blessings
Songwriters Hall of Fame
.
Philadelphia Music Alliance Wall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6241 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
A star at 1724 Vine Street for contributions to the television industry.
Elton John
singer
,
composer
,
knighted
,
activist
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Reginald Kenneth Dwight
Also Known As:
Sir Elton Hercules John
Ann Orson
Lord Choc Ice
William A. Bong
Reggae Dwight
Frank N. Stein
Birth Place:
Pinner, Middlesex, England
Birth Date:
March 25
,
1947
Age today:
66
Zodiac Sign:
Aries
- the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20
Relationships:
spouse/husband of
David Furnish
Older than David Furnish by 15 years.
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Brief Facts:
Name legally changed 1972.
Musicals:
Lion King
Aida
Pianist. Knighted 1998. In a civil partnership.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1994.
Kennedy Center Honors
2004.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1992.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6915 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
Elvis Presley
actor
,
singer
,
dancer
,
military
,
overdose
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Elvis Aron Presley
Birth Place:
Tupelo, Mississippi, USA
Birth Date:
January 8
,
1935
Death Date:
August 16
, 1977
Age at Death:
42
Zodiac Sign:
Capricorn
- the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20
Relationships:
grandfather of
Benjamin Keough
twin brother of
Jesse Presley
father of
Lisa Marie Presley
ex-husband of
Priscilla Presley
Older than Priscilla Presley by 10 years.
grandfather of
Riley Keough
Details - all relationships
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Descendants:
Lisa Marie Presley
Benjamin Keough
Riley Keough
Brief Facts:
Songs:
Blue Suede Shoes
Jailhouse Rock
Movie:
Blue Hawaii
Died of a drug overdose.
GMA Gospel Music Hall of Fame
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1986.
Country Music Hall of Fame
1998.
Music City Walk of Fame
2008.
UK Music Hall of Fame
2004.
Mississippi Musicians Hall of Fame
.
Palm Springs Walk of Stars
1994.
Guitar Center RockWalk
1990.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
Rockabilly Hall of Fame
.
Louisiana Music Hall of Fame
.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6777 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
Eric Clapton
musician
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Eric Patrick Clapp
Nickname(s):
"Slowhand"
Birth Place:
Ripley, Surrey, England
Birth Date:
March 30
,
1945
Age today:
68
Zodiac Sign:
Aries
- the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20
Relationships:
ex-husband of
Pattie Boyd
Younger than Pattie Boyd by 1 year.
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Brief Facts:
Guitarist.
Member rock band:
Cream
Song:
Layla
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
2000. Awarded Commander of the Order of the British Empire in the Queen's 2003 New Year's Honors list.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
2001.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2010.
London Avenue of Stars
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1993 as one in
Cream
.
Guitar Center RockWalk
2004 as one in
Cream
Fats Domino
singer
,
composer
,
R&B
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Antoine Dominique Domino Jr.
Birth Place:
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
Birth Date:
February 26
,
1928
Age today:
85
Zodiac Sign:
Pisces
- the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20
Brief Facts:
Songs:
Blueberry Hill
I'm inthe Mood for Love
I'm Walkin'
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1986.
Blues Hall of Fame
2003.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1998.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
National Medal of Arts
1998.
Delta Music Museum Hall of Fame
.
Louisiana Music Hall of Fame
.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6616 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
Florence Ballard
singer
,
R&B
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Florence Glenda Ballard
Also Known As:
Florence Glenda Ballard Chapman
Nickname(s):
"Flo", "Blondie"
Birth Place:
Detroit, Michigan, USA
Birth Date:
June 30
,
1943
Death Date:
February 22
, 1976
Age at Death:
32
Zodiac Sign:
Cancer
- the Crab - people born June 22 through July 22
Relationships:
cousin of
Hank Ballard
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Brief Facts:
Singer with group:
The Supremes
Song:
Pretty Baby
Died of cardiac arrest at age 32.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1988 as one in
The Supremes
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
The Supremes
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007 as one in
The Supremes
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Frank Sinatra
actor
,
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Francis Albert Sinatra
Nickname(s):
"Old Blue Eyes", "Chairman of the Board"
Birth Place:
Hoboken, New Jersey, USA
Birth Date:
December 12
,
1915
Death Date:
May 14
, 1998
Age at Death:
82
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
- the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22
Relationships:
son of
Anthony Sinatra
ex-husband of
Ava Gardner
Older than Ava Gardner by 7 years.
father of
Frank Sinatra Jr.
ex-husband of
Mia Farrow
Older than Mia Farrow by 29 years.
ex-husband of
Nancy Barbato
father of
Nancy Sinatra
son of
Natalie Sinatra
father of
Tina Sinatra
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Ancestors:
Anthony Sinatra
Natalie Sinatra
Descendants:
Frank Sinatra Jr.
Nancy Sinatra
Tina Sinatra
Brief Facts:
Movie:
Ocean's Eleven (1960)
Member:
the Rat Pack
DownBeat Jazz Hall of Fame
1998.
Palm Springs Walk of Stars
1994.
Gaming Hall of Fame
1997.
Kennedy Center Honors
1983.
Big Band and Jazz Hall of Fame
1980.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
Presidential Medal of Freedom
1985.
New Jersey Hall of Fame
2008.
Congressional Gold Medal
1997.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 1600 Vine Street for contributions to the motion picture industry.
A star at 1637 Vine Street for contributions to the recording industry.
A star at 6538 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the television industry.
Frankie Avalon
actor
,
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Francis Thomas Avallone
Birth Place:
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Birth Date:
September 18
,
1939
Age today:
73
Zodiac Sign:
Virgo
- the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23
Brief Facts:
Movies:
Beach Party
Beach Blanket Bingo
How to Stuff a Wild Bikini
Grease
Songs:
Venus
Why
Philadelphia Music Alliance Wall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Frankie Laine
singer
,
actor
,
activist
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Francesco Paolo LoVecchio
Also Known As:
Frank Lovecchio
Nickname(s):
"Mr. Rhythm", "Old Leather Lungs", "Mr. Steel Tonsils"
Birth Place:
Chicago, Illinois, USA
Birth Date:
March 30
,
1913
Death Date:
February 6
, 2007
Age at Death:
93
Zodiac Sign:
Aries
- the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20
Relationships:
husband of
Nan Grey
, until her earlier death.
Older than Nan Grey by 5 years.
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Brief Facts:
Songs:
Mule Train
That Lucky Old Sun
I Believe
Hey, Good Looking
Rawhide
(the theme song.) .
Palm Springs Walk of Stars
2010.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008.
Western Music Association Hall of Fame
2000.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6385 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
A star at 1645 Vine Street for contributions to the television industry.
Frankie Valli
singer
,
hall of fame
,
actor
,
activist
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Francesco Stephen Castelluccio
Also Known As:
Frank Castelluccio
Frankie Valley
Frank Valli
Birth Place:
First Ward, Newark, New Jersey, USA
Birth Date:
May 3
,
1934
Age today:
79, 17 days after his birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Brief Facts:
Frontman and high tenor (falsetto) in group:
The Four Seasons
Songs:
Sherry
Big Girls Don't Cry
Walk Like a Man
Rag Doll
Can't Take My Eyes off You
New Jersey Hall of Fame
2010.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1990 as one in
The Four Seasons
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1999 as one in
The Four Seasons
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007 as one in
The Four Seasons
Gene Ames
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Eugene G. Urick
Birth Place:
Malden, Massachusetts, USA
Birth Date:
February 13
,
1923
Death Date:
April 26
, 1997
Age at Death:
74
Zodiac Sign:
Aquarius
- the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19
Relationships:
older brother of
Ed Ames
Older than Ed Ames by 4 years.
younger brother of
Joe Ames
Younger than Joe Ames by 1 year.
older brother of
Vic Ames
Older than Vic Ames by 2 years.
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Brief Facts:
Group:
The Ames Brothers
Songs:
Rag Mop
The Naughty Lady of Shady Lane
Melodie d'Amour
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
The Ames Brothers
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Ames Brothers
George Harrison
singer
,
musician
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
George Harold Harrison
Also Known As:
Nelson Wilbury
Spike Wilbury
Birth Place:
Liverpool, England
Birth Date:
February 25
,
1943
Death Date:
November 29
, 2001
Age at Death:
58
Zodiac Sign:
Pisces
- the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20
Relationships:
ex-husband of
Pattie Boyd
Older than Pattie Boyd by 1 year.
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Brief Facts:
Member of the rock group:
The Beatles
Fascinated with Eastern religions. Stabbed by an attacker. Died of cancer.
See also:
Tony Sheridan
Group:
The Traveling Wilburys
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
2004.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1988 as one in
The Beatles
.
UK Music Hall of Fame
2004 as one in
The Beatles
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2004 as one in
The Beatles
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2007 as one in
The Traveling Wilburys
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007 as one in
The Beatles
.
London Avenue of Stars
2007 as one in
The Beatles
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 1750 Vine Street for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 14 April 2009.
George Jones
country
,
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
George Glenn Jones
Also Known As:
Thumper Jones
Nickname(s):
"The Possum", "No Show Jones"
Birth Place:
Saratoga, Texas, USA
Birth Date:
September 12
,
1931
Death Date:
April 26
, 2013
Age at Death:
81
Zodiac Sign:
Virgo
- the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23
Relationships:
ex-husband of
Tammy Wynette
Older than Tammy Wynette by 10 years.
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Brief Facts:
Member of:
Grand Ole Opry
Songs:
Why, Baby Why
I Was Country When Country Wasn't Cool
High-Tech Redneck
He Stopped Loving Her Today
We're Gonna Hold On
Nickname "No Show Jones" comes from excessive drinking problems he had - in 1979 he missed more than 50 concerts.
Texas Country Music Hall of Fame
2010.
Kennedy Center Honors
2008.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Country Music Hall of Fame
1992.
National Medal of Arts
2002.
Gladys Knight
singer
,
actor
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Gladys Maria Knight
Nickname(s):
"Empress of Soul"
Birth Place:
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Birth Date:
May 28
,
1944
Age today:
68, 8 days before her 69
th
birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Gemini
- the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21
Brief Facts:
Lead singer for group:
Gladys Knight & the Pips
Georgia Music Hall of Fame
1989.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1996 as one in
Gladys Knight & the Pips
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2001 as one in
Gladys Knight & the Pips
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
Gladys Knight & the Pips
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 7083 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 27 June 1995.
Glen Campbell
singer
,
musician
,
composer
,
tv
,
criminal
,
actor
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Glen Travis Campbell
Birth Place:
Delight, Arkansas, USA
Birth Date:
April 22
,
1936
Age today:
77, 28 days after his birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Brief Facts:
TV show:
Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour
Songs:
Wichita Lineman
By the Time I Get to Phoenix
Albums:
All the Best
20 Greatest Hits
Toured briefly with the Beach Boys.
Movie:
True Grit
Country Music Hall of Fame
2005.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Arkansas Entertainers Hall of Fame
1996.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6925 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
Glenn Frey
composer
,
singer
,
musician
,
actor
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Glenn Lewis Frey
Birth Place:
Detroit, Michigan, USA
Birth Date:
November 6
,
1948
Age today:
64
Zodiac Sign:
Scorpio
- the Scorpion - people born October 24 through November 22
Brief Facts:
Pronounced "Fry." Member of band:
The Eagles
Song:
Tequila Sunrise
Songwriters Hall of Fame
2000.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
The Eagles
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2001 as one in
The Eagles
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
The Eagles
Guy Mitchell
singer
,
actor
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Albert George Cernick
Also Known As:
Al Cernick
Birth Place:
Detroit, Michigan, USA
Birth Date:
February 22
,
1927
Death Date:
July 1
, 1999
Age at Death:
72
Zodiac Sign:
Pisces
- the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20
Brief Facts:
Songs:
Heartaches By The Number
Singin' the Blues
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 7000 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
Harry Belafonte
singer
,
hall of fame
,
actor
,
activist
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Harold George Belafonte Jr.
Nickname(s):
"King of Calypso"
Birth Place:
Harlem, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
Birth Date:
March 1
,
1927
Age today:
86
Zodiac Sign:
Pisces
- the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20
Brief Facts:
Songs:
Jamaica Farewell
Matilda
Banana Boat Song
with the famous line "Day-O." Movie:
Islands in the Sun
Kennedy Center Honors
1989.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2011.
National Medal of Arts
1994.
International Best Dressed List Hall of Fame
1972.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6721 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
Herb Alpert
musician
,
singer
,
composer
,
artist
,
sculptor
,
tv
,
business
,
hall of fame
,
producer
,
Broadway
,
Tony Award
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Herbert Alpert
Birth Place:
Los Angeles, California, USA
Birth Date:
March 31
,
1935
Age today:
78
Zodiac Sign:
Aries
- the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20
Brief Facts:
Trumpet player.
Band:
Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass
Songs:
The Lonely Bull
Tijuana Taxi
Album:
Whipped Cream & Other Delights
Co-founder of A&M Records.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
2006.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6929 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
Herb Reed
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Herbert Reed
Birth Place:
Kansas City, Missouri, USA
Birth Date:
August 7
,
1931
Death Date:
June 4
, 2012
Age at Death:
80
Zodiac Sign:
Leo
- the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21
Brief Facts:
A founder and bass singer, group:
The Platters
Songs:
Only You
My Prayer
Smoke Gets in Your Eyes
The Great Pretender
Twilight Time
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1990 as one in
The Platters
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
The Platters
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Platters
Jackie DeShannon
singer
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Sharon Lee Myers
Also Known As:
Jackie Dee Shannon
Jackie Dee
Sherry Lee
Birth Place:
Hazel, Kentucky, USA
Birth Date:
August 21
,
1944
Age today:
68
Zodiac Sign:
Leo
- the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21
Brief Facts:
Songs:
Needles and Pins
When You Walk in the Room
Love Will Find A Way
Put A Little Love In Your Heart
Betty Davis Eyes
Songwriters Hall of Fame
2010.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2010.
Jackie Jackson
singer
,
R&B
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Sigmund Esco Jackson
Birth Place:
Gary, Indiana, USA
Birth Date:
May 4
,
1951
Age today:
62, 16 days after his birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Relationships:
older brother of
Janet Jackson
Older than Janet Jackson by 15 years.
older brother of
Jermaine Jackson
Older than Jermaine Jackson by 3 years.
older brother of
LaToya Jackson
Older than LaToya Jackson by 5 years.
older brother of
Marlon Jackson
Older than Marlon Jackson by 5 years.
older brother of
Michael Jackson
Older than Michael Jackson by 7 years.
uncle of
Paris Jackson
uncle of
Prince Michael Jackson
uncle of
Prince Michael Jackson II
older brother of
Randy Jackson
Older than Randy Jackson by 5 years.
younger brother of
Rebbie Jackson
Younger than Rebbie Jackson by less than 1 year.
uncle of
Taj Jackson
uncle of
Taryll Jackson
older brother of
Tito Jackson
Older than Tito Jackson by 2 years.
uncle of
TJ Jackson
Details - all relationships
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Brief Facts:
Group:
The Jackson 5
The Jacksons
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
Jackson Five
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1997 as one in
Jackson Five
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1999 as one in
Jackson Five
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Jackie Wilson
singer
,
R&B
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Jack Leroy Wilson Jr.
Nickname(s):
"Mr. Excitement"
Birth Place:
Detroit, Michigan, USA
Birth Date:
June 9
,
1934
Death Date:
January 21
, 1984
Age at Death:
49
Zodiac Sign:
Gemini
- the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21
Brief Facts:
Song:
Lonely Teardrops
Guitar Center RockWalk
2002.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1987.
James Arnold
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
James Arnold
Also Known As:
Jimmie Arnold
Nickname(s):
"Jimmie"
Brief Facts:
Tenor vocalist for group:
The Four Lads
from Toronto.
Songs:
Standing on the Corner
No, Not Much
Moments to Remember
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2003 as one in
The Four Lads
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Four Lads
James Taylor
singer
,
musician
,
composer
,
actor
,
hall of fame
,
activist
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
James Vernon Taylor
Nickname(s):
"JT"
Birth Place:
Belmont, Massachusetts, USA
Birth Date:
March 12
,
1948
Age today:
65
Zodiac Sign:
Pisces
- the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20
Relationships:
ex-husband of
Carly Simon
Younger than Carly Simon by 2 years.
Details - all relationships
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Brief Facts:
Guitarist.
Songs:
Fire and Rain
Mockingbird
Albums:
Hourglass
James Taylor at Christmas
Voice-over on TV animated series:
The Simpsons
Songwriters Hall of Fame
2000.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
2000.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2010.
North Carolina Music Hall of Fame
2009.
National Medal of Arts
2010.
Jermaine Jackson
singer
,
musician
,
producer
,
R&B
,
bassist
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Jermaine LaJuane Jackson
Also Known As:
Jacksun
Birth Place:
Gary, Indiana, USA
Birth Date:
December 11
,
1954
Age today:
58
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
- the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22
Relationships:
younger brother of
Jackie Jackson
Younger than Jackie Jackson by 3 years.
older brother of
Janet Jackson
Older than Janet Jackson by 11 years.
older brother of
LaToya Jackson
Older than LaToya Jackson by 1 year.
older brother of
Marlon Jackson
Older than Marlon Jackson by 2 years.
older brother of
Michael Jackson
Older than Michael Jackson by 3 years.
uncle of
Paris Jackson
uncle of
Prince Michael Jackson
uncle of
Prince Michael Jackson II
older brother of
Randy Jackson
Older than Randy Jackson by 1 year.
younger brother of
Rebbie Jackson
Younger than Rebbie Jackson by 4 years.
uncle of
Taj Jackson
uncle of
Taryll Jackson
younger brother of
Tito Jackson
Younger than Tito Jackson by 1 year.
uncle of
TJ Jackson
Details - all relationships
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Brief Facts:
Group:
The Jackson 5
The Jacksons
Bassist. Name changed to Jacksun February 22, 2013.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
Jackson Five
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1997 as one in
Jackson Five
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1999 as one in
Jackson Five
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Jerry Lee Lewis
singer
,
musician
,
country
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Jerry Lee Lewis
Nickname(s):
"The Killer"
Birth Place:
Ferriday, Louisiana, USA
Birth Date:
September 29
,
1935
Age today:
77
Zodiac Sign:
Libra
- the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23
Relationships:
first cousin of
Jimmy Swaggart
cousin of
Mickey Gilley
Details - all relationships
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Brief Facts:
Rock and roll and country vocalist and pianist.
Songs:
Great Balls of Fire
Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On
Breathless
High School Confidential
Controversial marriage to his cousin
Myra Gale Brown
who was 13 years old.
Guitar Center RockWalk
1988.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008.
Mississippi Musicians Hall of Fame
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1986.
Louisiana Music Hall of Fame
2008.
Delta Music Museum Hall of Fame
2002.
Rockabilly Hall of Fame
.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6631 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 13 June 1989.
JI Allison
musician
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Jerry Ivan Allison
Also Known As:
Jerry Allison
J.I. Allison
Birth Place:
Hillsboro, Texas, USA
Birth Date:
August 31
,
1939
Age today:
73
Zodiac Sign:
Virgo
- the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23
Brief Facts:
Drummer with group:
The Crickets
Songs:
Peggy Sue
That'll Be the Day
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
2012 as one in
The Crickets
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Crickets
.
Music City Walk of Fame
2007 as one in
The Crickets
Jim Morrison
singer
,
overdose
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
James Douglas Morrison
Birth Date:
December 8
,
1943
Death Date:
July 3
, 1971
Age at Death:
27
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
- the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22
Brief Facts:
Lead singer for group:
The Doors
Died of heroin overdose.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1993 as one in
The Doors
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Doors
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Jimmie Rodgers
singer
,
country
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
James Charles Rodgers
Nickname(s):
"The Singing Brakeman", "The Blue Yodeler", "The Father of Country Music"
Birth Place:
Meridian, Mississippi, USA
Birth Date:
September 8
,
1897
Death Date:
May 26
, 1933
Age at Death:
35
Zodiac Sign:
Virgo
- the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23
Brief Facts:
Known for his yodelling style.
Songs:
Blue Yodel
In the Jailhouse Now
Died of tuberculosis.
Country Music Hall of Fame
1961.
Mississippi Musicians Hall of Fame
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1986.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1970.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame
1970.
Rockabilly Hall of Fame
.
Jimmy Griffin
singer
,
musician
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
James Arthur Griffin
Also Known As:
Arthur James
Birth Place:
Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
Birth Date:
August 10
,
1943
Death Date:
January 11
, 2005
Age at Death:
61
Zodiac Sign:
Leo
- the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21
Brief Facts:
Vocals and guitar. Grew up in Memphis.
Band:
Bread
Songs:
If
Make It With You
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2006 as one in
Bread
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
Bread
Jo Stafford
singer
,
radio
,
jazz
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Jo Elizabeth Stafford
Nickname(s):
"G.I. Jo"
Birth Place:
Coalinga, California, USA
Birth Date:
November 12
,
1917
Death Date:
July 16
, 2008
Age at Death:
90
Zodiac Sign:
Scorpio
- the Scorpion - people born October 24 through November 22
Relationships:
wife of
Paul Weston
, until his earlier death.
Younger than Paul Weston by 5 years.
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Brief Facts:
Songs:
I'll Walk Alone
I'll Be Seeing You
I'll Never Smile Again
You Belong to Me
Member of group:
The Pied Pipers
The first recording artist to sell twenty-five million records.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
.
Big Band and Jazz Hall of Fame
2003.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2001 as one in
The Pied Pipers
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 1625 Vine Street for contributions to the recording industry.
A star at 1709 Vine Street for contributions to radio.
A star at 6270 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the television industry.
Joe Ames
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Joseph Urick
Birth Place:
Malden, Massachusetts, USA
Birth Date:
May 3
,
1921
Death Date:
December 22
, 2007
Age at Death:
86
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Relationships:
older brother of
Ed Ames
Older than Ed Ames by 6 years.
older brother of
Gene Ames
Older than Gene Ames by 1 year.
older brother of
Vic Ames
Older than Vic Ames by 4 years.
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Brief Facts:
Group:
The Ames Brothers
Songs:
Rag Mop
The Naughty Lady of Shady Lane
Melodie d'Amour
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
The Ames Brothers
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Ames Brothers
John Densmore
musician
,
writer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
John Paul Densmore
Birth Date:
December 1
,
1944
Age today:
68
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
- the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22
Brief Facts:
Drummer for rock group:
The Doors
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1993 as one in
The Doors
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Doors
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
John Denver
actor
,
singer
,
composer
,
accident
,
air crash
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Henry John Deutschendorf Jr.
Birth Place:
Roswell, New Mexico, USA
Birth Date:
December 31
,
1943
Death Date:
October 12
, 1997
Age at Death:
53
Zodiac Sign:
Capricorn
- the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20
Brief Facts:
Died in plane crash.
Songs:
Rocky Mountain High
Take Me Home, Country Roads
Sunshine on My Shoulders
Thank God I’m A Country Boy
Grandma's Feather Bed
Annie's Song
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1996.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008.
John Fogerty
singer
,
musician
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
John Cameron Fogerty
Birth Place:
Berkeley, California, USA
Birth Date:
May 28
,
1945
Age today:
67, 8 days before his 68
th
birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Gemini
- the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21
Relationships:
younger brother of
Tom Fogerty
Younger than Tom Fogerty by 3 years.
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Brief Facts:
Guitar and vocals.
Member band:
Creedence Clearwater Revival
Songs:
Bad Moon Rising
Proud Mary
Suzie Q
Songwriters Hall of Fame
2005.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1993 as one in
Creedence Clearwater Revival
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
Creedence Clearwater Revival
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 7000 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 1 October 1998.
John Lennon
actor
,
singer
,
murdered
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
John Winston Lennon
Also Known As:
John Winston Ono Lennon
Birth Place:
Liverpool, England
Birth Date:
October 9
,
1940
Death Date:
December 8
, 1980
Age at Death:
40
Zodiac Sign:
Libra
- the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23
Relationships:
father of
Julian Lennon
father of
Sean Lennon
husband of
Yoko Ono
, until he died.
Younger than Yoko Ono by 7 years.
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Descendants:
Julian Lennon
Sean Lennon
Brief Facts:
Rock Group:
The Beatles
Murdered on the street in New York.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1994.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1987.
Guitar Center RockWalk
1998.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1988 as one in
The Beatles
.
UK Music Hall of Fame
2004 as one in
The Beatles
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2004 as one in
The Beatles
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007 as one in
The Beatles
.
London Avenue of Stars
2007 as one in
The Beatles
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 1750 Vine Street for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 30 September 1988.
John Phillips
singer
,
composer
,
producer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
John Edmund Andrew Phillips
Nickname(s):
"Papa John"
Birth Place:
Parris Island, South Carolina, USA
Birth Date:
August 30
,
1935
Death Date:
March 18
, 2001
Age at Death:
65
Zodiac Sign:
Virgo
- the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23
Relationships:
father of
Bijou Phillips
father of
Chynna Phillips
ex-husband of
Geneviève Waïte
father of
Mackenzie Phillips
ex-husband of
Michelle Phillips
Older than Michelle Phillips by 8 years.
ex-husband of
Susan Adams
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Descendants:
Bijou Phillips
Chynna Phillips
Mackenzie Phillips
Brief Facts:
Groups:
The Mamas & the Papas
The Journeymen
Songs:
California Dreamin'
Monday, Monday
Dedicated to the One I Love
Palm Springs Walk of Stars
1996.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
The Mamas & the Papas
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2000 as one in
The Mamas & the Papas
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Mamas & the Papas
Johnnie Ray
singer
,
actor
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
John Alvin Ray
Birth Place:
Hopewell, Oregon, USA
Birth Date:
January 10
,
1927
Death Date:
February 24
, 1990
Age at Death:
63
Zodiac Sign:
Capricorn
- the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20
Brief Facts:
Song:
Cry
Partially deaf.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
Oregon Music Hall of Fame
2007.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6201 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
Johnny Cash
singer
,
country
,
actor
,
tv
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
J.R. Cash
Also Known As:
John R. Cash
Nickname(s):
"The Man in Black", "J.R."
Birth Place:
Kingsland, Arkansas, USA
Birth Date:
February 26
,
1932
Death Date:
September 12
, 2003
Age at Death:
71
Zodiac Sign:
Pisces
- the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20
Relationships:
step-father of
Carlene Carter
husband of
June Carter Cash
, until her earlier death.
Younger than June Carter Cash by 2 years.
father of
Rosanne Cash
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Descendants:
Rosanne Cash
[step-]
Carlene Carter
Brief Facts:
Member of:
Grand Ole Opry
Songs:
I Walk the Line
Ring of Fire
Folsom Prison Blues
A Boy Named Sue
TV series:
Little House on the Prairie
North and South
Movie for television:
Stagecoach
Country Music Hall of Fame
1980.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1992.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1977.
Kennedy Center Honors
1996.
Guitar Center RockWalk
1990.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame
1977.
National Medal of Arts
2001.
Rockabilly Hall of Fame
.
Arkansas Entertainers Hall of Fame
1996.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6320 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
Johnny Horton
singer
,
radio
,
criminal
,
country
,
accident
,
hall of fame
,
vehicle crash
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
John Gale Horton
Nickname(s):
"The Singing Fisherman"
Birth Place:
Los Angeles, California, USA
Birth Date:
April 30
,
1925
Death Date:
November 5
, 1960
Age at Death:
35
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Relationships:
husband of
Billie Jean Jones Eshliman
, until he died.
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Brief Facts:
Died of injuries in a car accident.
Songs:
The Battle of New Orleans
North to Alaska
Johnny Reb
Radio show:
The Louisiana Hayride
Rockabilly Hall of Fame
.
Louisiana Music Hall of Fame
.
Delta Music Museum Hall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Johnny Mathis
singer
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
John Royce Mathis
Birth Place:
Gilmer, Texas, USA
Birth Date:
September 30
,
1935
Age today:
77
Zodiac Sign:
Libra
- the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23
Brief Facts:
Songwriters Hall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 1501 Vine Street for contributions to the recording industry.
Johnny Rivers
singer
,
musician
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
John Henry Ramistella
Birth Date:
November 7
,
1942
Age today:
70
Zodiac Sign:
Scorpio
- the Scorpion - people born October 24 through November 22
Brief Facts:
Song:
Secret Agent Man
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008.
Delta Music Museum Hall of Fame
.
Louisiana Music Hall of Fame
.
Joni James
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Giovanna Carmella Babbo
Also Known As:
Joan Carmella Babbo
Birth Place:
Chicago, Illinois, USA
Birth Date:
September 22
,
1930
Age today:
82
Zodiac Sign:
Virgo
- the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23
Brief Facts:
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6814 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
Kenny Rogers
singer
,
actor
,
business
,
photographer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Kenneth David Rogers
(also reported as:) Kenneth Donald Rogers
Birth Place:
Houston, Texas, USA
Birth Date:
August 21
,
1938
Age today:
74
Zodiac Sign:
Leo
- the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21
Brief Facts:
Song:
Lucille
The Gambler
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008.
Georgia Music Hall of Fame
2003.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6666 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 7 September 1979.
Lawrence Peyton
singer
,
composer
,
producer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Lawrence Albert Peyton
Birth Place:
Detroit, Michigan, USA
Birth Date:
March 2
,
1938
Death Date:
June 20
, 1997
Age at Death:
59
Zodiac Sign:
Pisces
- the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20
Brief Facts:
Tenor.
Motown group:
The Four Tops
Songs:
Baby I Need Your Loving
I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch)
It's the Same Old Song
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1990 as one in
The Four Tops
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1999 as one in
The Four Tops
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Four Tops
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Les Paul
musician
,
jazz
,
inventor
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Lester William Polsfuss
Also Known As:
Lester Polfuss
Rhubarb Red
Birth Place:
Waukesha, Wisconsin, USA
Birth Date:
June 9
,
1915
Death Date:
August 13
, 2009
Age at Death:
94
Zodiac Sign:
Gemini
- the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21
Relationships:
ex-husband of
Mary Ford
Older than Mary Ford by 9 years.
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Brief Facts:
Famed guitarist. Responsible for electric guitar sound and popularity of the Les Paul Gibson guitar. Invented multi-track recording.
Songs:
How High the Moon
Vaya Con Dios
Mockingbird Hill
Bye Bye, Blues
I'm Sitting on Top of the World
Band:
The Les Paul Trio
Often recorded with his wife,:
Mary Ford
Songs:
Vaya Con Dios
How High the Moon
Duo:
Les Paul and Mary Ford
Grammy Hall of Fame
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1988.
National Inventors Hall of Fame
.
New Jersey Hall of Fame
2010.
Guitar Center RockWalk
1988.
Big Band and Jazz Hall of Fame
1990.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
National Medal of Arts
2007.
New Jersey Inventors Hall of Fame
1996.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Lesley Gore
singer
,
actor
,
composer
,
tv
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Lesley Sue Goldstein
Also Known As:
Lesley Sue Gore
Lesley S. Gore
Birth Place:
New York City, New York, USA
Birth Date:
May 2
,
1946
Age today:
67, 18 days after her birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Brief Facts:
Songs:
It's My Party
You Don't Own Me
I'll Cry If I Want to
Host of TV show:
In the Life
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Levi Stubbs
singer
,
R&B
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Levi Stubbles
Birth Place:
Detroit, Michigan, USA
Birth Date:
June 6
,
1936
Death Date:
October 17
, 2008
Age at Death:
72
Zodiac Sign:
Gemini
- the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21
Brief Facts:
Member and lead vocalist of Motown R&B group:
The Four Tops
Songs:
Baby I Need Your Loving
I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch)
It's the Same Old Song
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1990 as one in
The Four Tops
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1999 as one in
The Four Tops
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Four Tops
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Linda Ronstadt
singer
,
Tony Award
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Linda Maria Ronstadt
Birth Place:
Tucson, Arizona, USA
Birth Date:
July 15
,
1946
Age today:
66
Zodiac Sign:
Cancer
- the Crab - people born June 22 through July 22
Brief Facts:
Folk-rock vocalist.
Group:
Stone Poneys
Tony Award for operetta:
Pirates of Penzance
Recordings of Spanish music.
Arizona Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame
2007.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008.
Little Richard
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Richard Wayne Penniman
Birth Place:
Macon, Georgia, USA
Birth Date:
December 5
,
1932
Age today:
80
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
- the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22
Brief Facts:
Songs:
Tutti Frutti
Long Tall Sally
Good Golly Miss Molly
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1986.
Music City Walk of Fame
2008.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
2003.
Guitar Center RockWalk
1990.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Georgia Music Hall of Fame
1984.
Louisiana Music Hall of Fame
.
Rockabilly Hall of Fame
.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6840 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
Lou Christie
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Luigi Alfredo Giovanni Sacco
Birth Place:
Glenwillard, Pennsylvania, USA
Birth Date:
February 19
,
1943
Age today:
70
Zodiac Sign:
Aquarius
- the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19
Brief Facts:
Songs:
The Gypsy Cried
Two Faces Have I
Lightnin' Strikes
I'm Gonna Make You Mine
Rhapsody in the Rain
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008.
Louis Armstrong
musician
,
singer
,
bandleader
,
jazz
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Louis Daniel Armstrong
Nickname(s):
"Satchmo"
Birth Place:
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
Birth Date:
August 4
,
1901
Death Date:
July 6
, 1971
Age at Death:
69, 29 days before his 70
th
birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Leo
- the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21
Brief Facts:
Song:
Hello, Dolly!
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1990.
DownBeat Jazz Hall of Fame
1952.
Long Island Music Hall of Fame
.
Big Band and Jazz Hall of Fame
1978.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Gennett Walk of Fame
2007.
Louisiana Music Hall of Fame
.
ASCAP Jazz Wall of Fame
.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 7018 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
Marie Osmond
singer
,
tv
,
actor
,
dancer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Olive Marie Osmond
Birth Place:
Ogden, Utah, USA
Birth Date:
October 13
,
1959
Age today:
53
Zodiac Sign:
Libra
- the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23
Relationships:
younger sister of
Alan Osmond
Younger than Alan Osmond by 10 years.
younger sister of
Donny Osmond
Younger than Donny Osmond by 1 year.
younger sister of
Jay Osmond
Younger than Jay Osmond by 4 years.
older sister of
Jimmy Osmond
Older than Jimmy Osmond by 3 years.
younger sister of
Merrill Osmond
Younger than Merrill Osmond by 6 years.
younger sister of
Wayne Osmond
Younger than Wayne Osmond by 8 years.
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Brief Facts:
The only sister in the family group:
The Osmonds
TV series:
Donny & Marie
Songs:
Paper Roses
In My Little Corner of the World
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2011.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Marilyn McCoo
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Marilyn McCoo
Birth Place:
Jersey City, New Jersey, USA
Birth Date:
September 30
,
1943
Age today:
69
Zodiac Sign:
Libra
- the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23
Relationships:
wife of
Billy Davis Jr.
Younger than Billy Davis Jr. by 5 years.
Details - all relationships
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Brief Facts:
Group:
The 5th Dimension
Songs:
Up, Up and Away
Aquarius
Let the Sunshine In
St. Louis Walk of Fame
2010 as one in
The 5th Dimension
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2002 as one in
The 5th Dimension
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The 5th Dimension
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Marlon Jackson
singer
,
R&B
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Marlon David Jackson
Birth Place:
Gary, Indiana, USA
Birth Date:
March 12
,
1957
Age today:
56
Zodiac Sign:
Pisces
- the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20
Relationships:
younger brother of
Jackie Jackson
Younger than Jackie Jackson by 5 years.
older brother of
Janet Jackson
Older than Janet Jackson by 9 years.
younger brother of
Jermaine Jackson
Younger than Jermaine Jackson by 2 years.
younger brother of
LaToya Jackson
Younger than LaToya Jackson by less than 1 year.
older brother of
Michael Jackson
Older than Michael Jackson by 1 year.
uncle of
Paris Jackson
uncle of
Prince Michael Jackson
uncle of
Prince Michael Jackson II
younger brother of
Randy Jackson
Younger than Randy Jackson by less than 1 year.
younger brother of
Rebbie Jackson
Younger than Rebbie Jackson by 6 years.
uncle of
Taj Jackson
uncle of
Taryll Jackson
younger brother of
Tito Jackson
Younger than Tito Jackson by 3 years.
uncle of
TJ Jackson
Details - all relationships
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Brief Facts:
His twin brother Brandon died within 24 hours of birth.
Group:
The Jackson 5
The Jacksons
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
Jackson Five
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1997 as one in
Jackson Five
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1999 as one in
Jackson Five
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Marty Robbins
singer
,
country
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Martin David Robinson
Birth Place:
Glendale, Arizona, USA
Birth Date:
September 26
,
1925
Death Date:
December 8
, 1982
Age at Death:
57
Zodiac Sign:
Libra
- the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23
Brief Facts:
Member of:
Grand Ole Opry
Songs:
El Paso
A White Sport Coat
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame
1975.
Western Music Association Hall of Fame
1989.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6666 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
Marvin Gaye
singer
,
murdered
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Marvin Pentz Gay Jr.
Birth Place:
Washington, DC, USA
Birth Date:
April 2
,
1939
Death Date:
April 1
, 1984
Age at Death:
44, 1 day before his 45
th
birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Aries
- the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20
Brief Facts:
Murdered by his father.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1987.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
.
Guitar Center RockWalk
1989.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 1500 Vine Street for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 27 September 1990.
Mary Ford
singer
,
musician
,
jazz
,
country
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Iris Colleen Summers
Also Known As:
Colleen Hatfield
Birth Place:
Pasadena, California, USA
Birth Date:
July 7
,
1924
Death Date:
September 30
, 1977
Age at Death:
53
Zodiac Sign:
Cancer
- the Crab - people born June 22 through July 22
Relationships:
ex-wife of
Les Paul
Younger than Les Paul by 9 years.
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Brief Facts:
Name was picked out of a phone book.
Singer and rhythm guitarist with husband:
Les Paul
accompanying on guitar.
Duo:
Les Paul and Mary Ford
Songs:
How High the Moon
Vaya Con Dios
Mockingbird Hill
Bye Bye, Blues
I'm Sitting on Top of the World
Grammy Hall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Mary Travers
singer
,
composer
,
hall of fame
,
folk
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Mary Allin Travers
Birth Place:
Louisville, Kentucky, USA
Birth Date:
November 9
,
1936
Death Date:
September 16
, 2009
Age at Death:
72
Zodiac Sign:
Scorpio
- the Scorpion - people born October 24 through November 22
Brief Facts:
Group:
Peter, Paul & Mary
Songs:
If I Had a Hammer
Puff, the Magic Dragon
Kentucky Music Hall of Fame
2006.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1999 as one in
Peter, Paul & Mary
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
Peter, Paul & Mary
Maurice Gibb
singer
,
musician
,
composer
,
actor
,
hall of fame
,
writer
,
producer
,
bassist
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Maurice Ernest Gibb
Birth Place:
Douglas, Isle of Man
Birth Date:
December 22
,
1949
Death Date:
January 12
, 2003
Age at Death:
53, 21 days after his birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
- the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22
Relationships:
older brother of
Andy Gibb
Older than Andy Gibb by 8 years.
younger brother of
Barry Gibb
Younger than Barry Gibb by 3 years.
ex-husband of
Lulu
Younger than Lulu by 1 year.
twin brother of
Robin Gibb
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Brief Facts:
Member of band:
The Bee Gees
Bassist. CBE awarded 2001.
Song:
Stayin' Alive
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1994.
Dance Music Hall of Fame
2004 as one in
The Bee Gees
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1997 as one in
The Bee Gees
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2001 as one in
The Bee Gees
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
The Bee Gees
.
London Avenue of Stars
2004 as one in
The Bee Gees
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Michael Jackson
singer
,
dancer
,
actor
,
hall of fame
,
overdose
,
murdered
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Michael Joseph Jackson
Also Known As:
Michael Joe Jackson (per indictment)
Nickname(s):
"Jacko", "Wacko Jacko", "The King of Pop"
Birth Place:
Gary, Indiana, USA
Birth Date:
August 29
,
1958
Death Date:
June 25
, 2009
Age at Death:
50
Zodiac Sign:
Virgo
- the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23
Relationships:
ex-husband of
Debbie Rowe
Older than Debbie Rowe by less than 1 year.
younger brother of
Jackie Jackson
Younger than Jackie Jackson by 7 years.
older brother of
Janet Jackson
Older than Janet Jackson by 7 years.
younger brother of
Jermaine Jackson
Younger than Jermaine Jackson by 3 years.
younger brother of
LaToya Jackson
Younger than LaToya Jackson by 2 years.
ex-husband of
Lisa Marie Presley
Older than Lisa Marie Presley by 9 years.
younger brother of
Marlon Jackson
Younger than Marlon Jackson by 1 year.
father of
Paris Jackson
father of
Prince Michael Jackson
father of
Prince Michael Jackson II
younger brother of
Randy Jackson
Younger than Randy Jackson by 2 years.
younger brother of
Rebbie Jackson
Younger than Rebbie Jackson by 8 years.
uncle of
Taj Jackson
uncle of
Taryll Jackson
younger brother of
Tito Jackson
Younger than Tito Jackson by 4 years.
uncle of
TJ Jackson
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Descendants:
Prince Michael Jackson
Prince Michael Jackson II
Paris Jackson
Brief Facts:
Group:
The Jackson 5
The Jacksons
Famed for "moonwalk" dance step.
Albums:
Thriller
Dangerous
Song:
I'll Be There
Movie:
The Wiz
Short film:
Captain EO
Acquitted of charges of molesting a child, June 13, 2005. First son named originally Michael Joseph Jackson Jr. then name changed after divorce. Died of lethal dose of propofol. Coroner ruled his death a homicide.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
2001.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
2002.
UK Music Hall of Fame
2004.
National Museum of Dance and Hall of Fame
2010.
World Music Award Hall of Fame
1989.
Music Video Producers' Hall of Fame
1991.
Soul Train Hall of Fame
1995.
ECHO Hall of Fame
2010.
BET Hall of Fame
1995.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
Jackson Five
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1997 as one in
Jackson Five
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1999 as one in
Jackson Five
.
National Radio Hall of Fame
2003.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6927 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 20 November 1984.
A star at 6927 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to radio.
Michael Nesmith
actor
,
singer
,
musician
,
composer
,
producer
,
writer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Robert Michael Nesmith
Nickname(s):
"Nez", "Mike"
Birth Place:
Harris County, Texas, USA
Birth Date:
December 30
,
1942
Age today:
70
Zodiac Sign:
Capricorn
- the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20
Brief Facts:
Group and TV series:
The Monkees
Movie:
Repo Man
Texas Film Hall of Fame
2010.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2007 as one in
The Monkees
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
The Monkees
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Michelle Phillips
singer
,
actor
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Holly Michelle Gilliam
Birth Place:
Long Beach, California, USA
Birth Date:
June 4
,
1944
Age today:
68, 15 days before her 69
th
birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Gemini
- the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21
Relationships:
mother of
Chynna Phillips
ex-wife of
Dennis Hopper
Younger than Dennis Hopper by 8 years.
ex-wife of
John Phillips
Younger than John Phillips by 8 years.
step-mother of
Mackenzie Phillips
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Descendants:
Chynna Phillips
[step-]
Mackenzie Phillips
Brief Facts:
Group:
The Mamas & the Papas
Songs:
California Dreamin'
Monday, Monday
Dedicated to the One I Love
Movies:
Dillinger
Harry and Max
No One Would Tell
TV show:
Beverly Hills, 90210
Marriage to:
Dennis Hopper
was for 8 days.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
The Mamas & the Papas
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2000 as one in
The Mamas & the Papas
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Mamas & the Papas
Mick Fleetwood
musician
,
actor
,
writer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Michael John Kells Fleetwood
Birth Place:
Redruth, Cornwall, England
Birth Date:
June 24
,
1947
Age today:
65, 35 days before his 66
th
birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Cancer
- the Crab - people born June 22 through July 22
Relationships:
ex-husband of
Jenny Boyd
Younger than Jenny Boyd by less than 1 year.
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Brief Facts:
Founder of group:
Fleetwood Mac
Movie:
The Running Man
The sometimes reported date of birth as 1942 is incorrect. Became a U.S. citizen 2006.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
Fleetwood Mac
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2005 as one in
Fleetwood Mac
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
Fleetwood Mac
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Mick Jagger
actor
,
singer
,
composer
,
knighted
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Michael Philip Jagger
Also Known As:
Sir Mick Jagger
Sir Michael Jagger
Birth Place:
Dartford, Kent, England
Birth Date:
July 26
,
1943
Age today:
69
Zodiac Sign:
Leo
- the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21
Relationships:
ex-husband of
Bianca Jagger
Older than Bianca Jagger by 1 year.
ex-husband of
Jerry Hall
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Brief Facts:
Lead singer for group:
The Rolling Stones
Album:
Goddess in the Doorway
Knighted 2003.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1993.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Rolling Stones
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1989 as one in
The Rolling Stones
.
UK Music Hall of Fame
2004 as one in
The Rolling Stones
.
London Avenue of Stars
2009 as one in
The Rolling Stones
Micky Dolenz
actor
,
director
,
producer
,
writer
,
singer
,
musician
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
George Michael Dolenz Jr.
Also Known As:
Mickey Dolenz
Mickey Braddock
Birth Place:
Los Angeles, California, USA
Birth Date:
March 8
,
1945
Age today:
68
Zodiac Sign:
Pisces
- the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20
Brief Facts:
Drummer for the band and TV show:
The Monkees
Movie:
Deadfall
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2007 as one in
The Monkees
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
The Monkees
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Mike Botts
musician
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Michael G. Botts
Birth Place:
Oakland, California, USA
Birth Date:
December 8
,
1944
Death Date:
December 9
, 2005
Age at Death:
61, 1 day after his birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
- the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22
Brief Facts:
Drummer.
Band:
Bread
Also a session musician.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2006 as one in
Bread
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
Bread
Mike Love
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Michael Edward Love
Birth Date:
March 15
,
1941
Age today:
72
Zodiac Sign:
Pisces
- the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20
Relationships:
cousin of
Brian Wilson
cousin of
Carl Wilson
cousin of
Dennis Wilson
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Brief Facts:
Group:
The Beach Boys
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1988 as one in
The Beach Boys
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
The Beach Boys
.
Cruisin’ Hall of Fame
2000 as one in
The Beach Boys
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007 as one in
The Beach Boys
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Mike Smith
musician
,
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Michael George Smith
Birth Place:
Edmonton, London, England
Birth Date:
December 6
,
1943
Death Date:
February 28
, 2008
Age at Death:
64
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
- the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22
Brief Facts:
Lead singer for group:
The Dave Clark Five
Songs:
Glad All Over
Bits and Pieces
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
The Dave Clark Five
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Dave Clark Five
Nat King Cole
singer
,
actor
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Nathaniel Adams Coles
Also Known As:
Nat "King" Cole
Nickname(s):
"King"
Birth Place:
Montgomery, Alabama, USA
Birth Date:
March 17
,
1919
Death Date:
February 15
, 1965
Age at Death:
45, 30 days before his 46
th
birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Pisces
- the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20
Relationships:
father of
Natalie Cole
Details - all relationships
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Descendants:
Natalie Cole
Brief Facts:
Songs:
Smile
Pretend
TV show:
The Nat King Cole Show
Movies:
Cat Ballou
St. Louis Blues
Group:
King Cole Trio
Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame
1993.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
Alabama Music Hall of Fame
1985.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
2000.
DownBeat Jazz Hall of Fame
1997.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
.
Big Band and Jazz Hall of Fame
1993.
Alabama Stage and Screen Hall of Fame
2003.
ASCAP Jazz Wall of Fame
.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6659 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
A star at 6229 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the television industry.
Neil Diamond
singer
,
composer
,
hall of fame
,
actor
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Neil Leslie Diamond
(NOT: Noah Kaminsky!)
Birth Place:
New York City, New York, USA
Birth Date:
January 24
,
1941
Age today:
72
Zodiac Sign:
Aquarius
- the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19
Brief Facts:
Songs:
Red, Red Wine
Sweet Caroline
Song Sung Blue
Holy Holly
Cherry Cherry
Cracklin' Rosie
I'm a Believer
Album:
Hot August Night
Movie:
The Jazz Singer (1980)
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1984.
Long Island Music Hall of Fame
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
2011.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
Kennedy Center Honors
2011.
Nick Mason
musician
,
auto racing
,
producer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Nicholas Berkeley Mason
Birth Place:
Edgbaston, Birmingham, England
Birth Date:
January 27
,
1944
Age today:
69
Zodiac Sign:
Aquarius
- the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19
Brief Facts:
Drummer, member of the band:
Pink Floyd
Album:
The Dark Side of the Moon
Le Mans racing and auto collector.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2010 as one in
Pink Floyd
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1996 as one in
Pink Floyd
.
UK Music Hall of Fame
2005 as one in
Pink Floyd
.
London Avenue of Stars
2010 as one in
Pink Floyd
Nick Massi
singer
,
musician
,
bassist
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Nicholas Macioci
Birth Place:
Newark, New Jersey, USA
Birth Date:
September 19
,
1927
Death Date:
December 24
, 2000
Age at Death:
73
Zodiac Sign:
Virgo
- the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23
Brief Facts:
Vocalist and bass guitar for group:
The Four Seasons
and was responsible for most of the vocal arrangements.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007 as one in
The Four Seasons
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1990 as one in
The Four Seasons
Nick Reynolds
singer
,
musician
,
folk
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Nicholas Wells Reynolds
Birth Place:
San Diego, California, USA
Birth Date:
July 27
,
1933
Death Date:
October 1
, 2008
Age at Death:
75
Zodiac Sign:
Leo
- the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21
Brief Facts:
Guitarist.
Founding member of folk music group:
The Kingston Trio
Songs:
Where Have All the Flowers Gone
Tom Dooley
Hard, Ain't It Hard
The Ballad of Reuben James
Scotch and Soda
The Tijuana Jail
Greenback Dollar
A Worried Man
M.T.A.
The Reverend Mr. Black
Album:
The Kingston Trio At Large
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2000 as one in
The Kingston Trio
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
The Kingston Trio
Niki Sullivan
musician
,
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Niki M. Sullivan
Nickname(s):
"Nick"
Birth Place:
South Gate, California, USA
Birth Date:
June 23
,
1937
Death Date:
April 6
, 2004
Age at Death:
66
Zodiac Sign:
Cancer
- the Crab - people born June 22 through July 22
Brief Facts:
Rhythm guitar and backup vocalist for band:
The Crickets
Songs:
Peggy Sue
Oh Boy!
Worked at Sony in Kansas. Died April 2004.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
2012 as one in
The Crickets
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Crickets
.
Music City Walk of Fame
2007 as one in
The Crickets
Pat Boone
singer
,
actor
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Charles Eugene Boone
Birth Place:
Jacksonville, Florida, USA
Birth Date:
June 1
,
1934
Age today:
78, 12 days before his 79
th
birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Gemini
- the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21
Relationships:
father of
Debby Boone
grandfather of
Jessica Corbin
father of
Lindy Corbin
brother of
Nick Todd
uncle of
Randy Boone
cousin of
Richard Boone
husband of
Shirley Boone
Younger than Shirley Boone by less than 1 year.
Details - all relationships
List - people connecting
Descendants:
Debby Boone
Lindy Corbin
Jessica Corbin
Brief Facts:
Songs:
Love Letters in the Sand
Moody River
Movie:
Journey to the Center of the Earth
Christian pop singer.
GMA Gospel Music Hall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 1631 Vine Street for contributions to the recording industry.
A star at 6268 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the television industry.
Patti Page
singer
,
country
,
actor
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Clara Ann Fowler
Birth Place:
Oklahoma, USA
Birth Date:
November 8
,
1927
Death Date:
January 1
, 2013
Age at Death:
85
Zodiac Sign:
Scorpio
- the Scorpion - people born October 24 through November 22
Brief Facts:
Movie:
Elmer Gantry
Songs:
Allegheny Moon
Old Cape Cod
(How Much Is That) Doggie in the Window?
Mockin' Bird Hill
You Belong To Me
Hush, Hush, Sweet Charlotte
Tennessee Waltz
which was chosen by Tennessee in 1965 as the state song.
Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame
1997.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6760 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
Paul Anka
singer
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Paul Albert Anka
Birth Place:
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Birth Date:
July 30
,
1941
Age today:
71
Zodiac Sign:
Leo
- the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21
Relationships:
father of
Amanda Anka
Details - all relationships
List - people connecting
Descendants:
Amanda Anka
Brief Facts:
Songs:
Put Your Head on My Shoulder
Diana
Canadian Music Hall of Fame
.
Canada's Walk of Fame
2005.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1993.
Gaming Hall of Fame
2001.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6840 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 26 September 1984.
Paul McCartney
actor
,
singer
,
accused
,
writer
,
knighted
,
artist
,
poet
,
activist
,
hall of fame
,
kids
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
James Paul McCartney
Also Known As:
Sir James Paul McCartney
Nickname(s):
"Macca", "Sir Paul"
Birth Place:
Liverpool, England
Birth Date:
June 18
,
1942
Age today:
70, 29 days before his 71
st
birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Gemini
- the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21
Relationships:
ex-husband of
Heather Mills
Older than Heather Mills by 25 years.
father of
James McCartney
son of
Jim McCartney
husband of
Linda McCartney
, until her death.
Younger than Linda McCartney by less than 1 year.
son of
Mary Patricia McCartney
older brother of
Mike McGear
Older than Mike McGear by 1 year.
father of
Stella McCartney
Details - all relationships
List - people connecting
Ancestors:
Jim McCartney
Mary Patricia McCartney
Descendants:
James McCartney
Stella McCartney
Brief Facts:
After rock group:
The Beatles
he founded group:
Wings
Album:
Wings over America
Spent a few days in jail in Japan for marijuana possession. Knighted.
Children's book:
High in the Clouds: An Urban Furry Tale
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1999.
Kennedy Center Honors
2010.
French Legion of Honor
2012.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1987.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1988 as one in
The Beatles
.
UK Music Hall of Fame
2004 as one in
The Beatles
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2004 as one in
The Beatles
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007 as one in
The Beatles
.
London Avenue of Stars
2007 as one in
The Beatles
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 1750 Vine Street for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 9 February 2012.
Paul Simon
singer
,
composer
,
musician
,
actor
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Paul Frederic Simon
Also Known As:
Paul Kane
Jerry Landis
Tico
Relationships:
ex-husband of
Carrie Fisher
Details - all relationships
List - people connecting
Brief Facts:
Member of:
Simon & Garfunkel
See:
Art Garfunkel
Songs:
Bridge Over Troubled Water
Scarborough Fair
Mrs. Robinson
Cecilia
The Sound of Silence
Album:
Graceland
Movie:
Annie Hall
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1982.
Long Island Music Hall of Fame
.
Kennedy Center Honors
2002.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1990 as one in
Simon & Garfunkel
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2006 as one in
Simon & Garfunkel
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
Simon & Garfunkel
Percy Faith
bandleader
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Percy Faith
Birth Place:
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Birth Date:
April 7
,
1908
Death Date:
February 9
, 1976
Age at Death:
67
Zodiac Sign:
Aries
- the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20
Brief Facts:
Songs:
Delicado
Theme from A Summer Place
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2011.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 1501 Vine Street for contributions to the recording industry.
Perry Como
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Pierino Roland Como
Birth Place:
Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, USA
Birth Date:
May 18
,
1912
Death Date:
May 12
, 2001
Age at Death:
88, 6 days before his 89
th
birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Brief Facts:
Long Island Music Hall of Fame
.
Television Academy Hall of Fame
1997.
Kennedy Center Honors
1987.
Big Band and Jazz Hall of Fame
2004.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6376 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
A star at 1708 Vine Street for contributions to radio.
A star at 6376 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the television industry.
Peter Tork
singer
,
actor
,
director
,
writer
,
producer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Peter Halsten Thorkelson
Birth Place:
Washington, DC, USA
Birth Date:
February 13
,
1942
Age today:
71
Zodiac Sign:
Aquarius
- the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19
Brief Facts:
Band and TV series:
The Monkees
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2007 as one in
The Monkees
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
The Monkees
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Petula Clark
actor
,
singer
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Petula Sally Olwen Clark
Nickname(s):
"Pet"
Birth Place:
Epsom, Surrey, England
Birth Date:
November 15
,
1932
Age today:
80
Zodiac Sign:
Scorpio
- the Scorpion - people born October 24 through November 22
Brief Facts:
Songs:
Downtown
Don't Sleep in the Subway Darling
I Know a Place
CBE in 1998.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Phil Everly
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Philip Everly
Birth Place:
Chicago, Illinois, USA
Birth Date:
January 19
,
1939
Age today:
74
Zodiac Sign:
Capricorn
- the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20
Relationships:
younger brother of
Don Everly
Younger than Don Everly by 1 year.
Details - all relationships
List - people connecting
Brief Facts:
Group:
The Everly Brothers
Songs:
Wake Up Little Susie
Bye Bye Love
by:
Felice Bryant
Country Music Hall of Fame
2001.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
The Everly Brothers
.
Kentucky Music Hall of Fame
2002 as one in
The Everly Brothers
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1986 as one in
The Everly Brothers
.
Member of:
Grand Ole Opry
as one in
The Everly Brothers
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2004 as one in
The Everly Brothers
.
Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame
2001.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Randy Meisner
musician
,
composer
,
bassist
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Randy Herman Meisner
Birth Place:
Scottsbluff, Nebraska, USA
Birth Date:
March 8
,
1946
Age today:
67
Zodiac Sign:
Pisces
- the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20
Brief Facts:
Member of band:
The Eagles
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
The Eagles
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2001 as one in
The Eagles
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
The Eagles
Ray Charles
singer
,
composer
,
musician
,
hall of fame
,
actor
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Raymond Charles Robinson
Birth Place:
Albany, Georgia, USA
Birth Date:
September 23
,
1930
Death Date:
June 10
, 2004
Age at Death:
73
Zodiac Sign:
Virgo
- the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23
Brief Facts:
Movie:
The Blues Brothers
Songs:
Hit the Road, Jack
Georgia on My Mind
I Got a Woman
Unchain My Heart
Born to Lose
Route 66
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1986.
Blues Hall of Fame
1982.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1993.
Kennedy Center Honors
1986.
Big Band and Jazz Hall of Fame
2004.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
Georgia Music Hall of Fame
1979.
National Medal of Arts
1993.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6777 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 6 October 1981.
Ray Manzarek
musician
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Raymond Daniel Manzarek
Birth Date:
February 12
,
1939
Age today:
74
Zodiac Sign:
Aquarius
- the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19
Brief Facts:
Keyboardist for group:
The Doors
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1993 as one in
The Doors
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Doors
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Renaldo Benson
singer
,
R&B
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Renaldo Benson
Also Known As:
Obie Benson
Renaldo "Obie" Benson
Birth Place:
Detroit, Michigan, USA
Birth Date:
June 14
,
1936
Death Date:
July 1
, 2005
Age at Death:
69, 17 days after his birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Gemini
- the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21
Brief Facts:
Bass vocalist, group:
The Four Tops
Sang with the group for over 5 decades.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1990 as one in
The Four Tops
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1999 as one in
The Four Tops
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Four Tops
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Richard Wright
musician
,
singer
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Richard William Wright
Also Known As:
Rick Wright
Birth Place:
Hatch End, Middlesex, England
Birth Date:
July 28
,
1943
Death Date:
September 15
, 2008
Age at Death:
65
Zodiac Sign:
Leo
- the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21
Brief Facts:
Keyboards.
Founding member of band:
Pink Floyd
Albums:
Meddle
The Dark Side of the Moon
Wish You Were Here
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2010 as one in
Pink Floyd
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1996 as one in
Pink Floyd
.
UK Music Hall of Fame
2005 as one in
Pink Floyd
.
London Avenue of Stars
2010 as one in
Pink Floyd
Rick Nelson
actor
,
singer
,
accident
,
air crash
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Eric Hilliard Nelson
Also Known As:
Ricky Nelson
Nickname(s):
"Ricky"
Birth Place:
Teaneck, New Jersey, USA
Birth Date:
May 8
,
1940
Death Date:
December 31
, 1985
Age at Death:
45
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Relationships:
younger brother of
David Nelson
Younger than David Nelson by 3 years.
father of
Gunnar Nelson
son of
Harriet Hilliard
ex-husband of
Kristin Harmon
Older than Kristin Harmon by 5 years.
father of
Matthew Nelson
son of
Ozzie Nelson
father of
Sam Nelson
by adoption uncle of
Teri Nelson
father of
Tracy Nelson
Details - all relationships
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Ancestors:
Ozzie Nelson
Harriet Hilliard
Descendants:
Gunnar Nelson
Matthew Nelson
Sam Nelson
Tracy Nelson
Brief Facts:
Died in a plane crash.
Songs:
Lonesome Town
Poor Little Fool
Hello Mary Lou
Young World
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1987.
Rockabilly Hall of Fame
.
Palm Springs Walk of Stars
1994.
Guitar Center RockWalk
1996.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 1515 Vine Street for contributions to the recording industry.
Ringo Starr
actor
,
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Richard Starkey
Birth Place:
Dingle, Liverpool, England
Birth Date:
July 7
,
1940
Age today:
72
Zodiac Sign:
Cancer
- the Crab - people born June 22 through July 22
Relationships:
husband of
Barbara Bach
Older than Barbara Bach by 7 years.
Details - all relationships
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Brief Facts:
Drummer for the group:
Rory Storm and the Hurricanes
and the rock band:
The Beatles
Movies:
Hard Day's Night
Yellow Submarine
Caveman
Awarded MBE.
Percussive Arts Society Hall of Fame
2002.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1988 as one in
The Beatles
.
UK Music Hall of Fame
2004 as one in
The Beatles
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2004 as one in
The Beatles
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007 as one in
The Beatles
.
London Avenue of Stars
2007 as one in
The Beatles
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 1750 Vine Street for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 8 February 2010.
Robb Royer
composer
,
singer
,
musician
,
bassist
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Robert Wilson Royer
Also Known As:
Robb Wilson
Birth Place:
Los Angeles, California, USA
Birth Date:
December 6
,
1942
Age today:
70
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
- the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22
Brief Facts:
Band:
Bread
Song:
Make It With You
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2006 as one in
Bread
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
Bread
Robby Krieger
musician
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Robert Alan Krieger
Birth Place:
Los Angeles, California, USA
Birth Date:
January 8
,
1946
Age today:
67
Zodiac Sign:
Capricorn
- the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20
Brief Facts:
Guitarist for the rock group:
The Doors
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1993 as one in
The Doors
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Doors
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Robin Gibb
singer
,
composer
,
actor
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Robin Hugh Gibb
Birth Place:
Douglas, Isle of Man
Birth Date:
December 22
,
1949
Death Date:
May 20
, 2012
Age at Death:
62
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
- the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22
Relationships:
older brother of
Andy Gibb
Older than Andy Gibb by 8 years.
younger brother of
Barry Gibb
Younger than Barry Gibb by 3 years.
twin brother of
Maurice Gibb
Details - all relationships
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Brief Facts:
Member of band:
The Bee Gees
CBE awarded 2001.
Song:
Stayin' Alive
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1994.
Dance Music Hall of Fame
2004 as one in
The Bee Gees
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1997 as one in
The Bee Gees
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2001 as one in
The Bee Gees
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
The Bee Gees
.
London Avenue of Stars
2004 as one in
The Bee Gees
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Roger Waters
musician
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
George Roger Waters
Birth Place:
Surrey, England
Birth Date:
September 6
,
1943
Age today:
69
Zodiac Sign:
Virgo
- the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23
Brief Facts:
Group:
Pink Floyd
including albums:
The Wall
The Dark Side of the Moon
Formerly in band:
The Animals
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2010 as one in
Pink Floyd
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1996 as one in
Pink Floyd
.
UK Music Hall of Fame
2005 as one in
Pink Floyd
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1994 as one in
The Animals
.
London Avenue of Stars
2010 as one in
Pink Floyd
.
Guitar Center RockWalk
2001 as one in
The Animals
Roger Williams
musician
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Louis Weertz
Birth Place:
Omaha, Nebraska, USA
Birth Date:
October 1
,
1924
Death Date:
October 8
, 2011
Age at Death:
87, 7 days after his birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Libra
- the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23
Brief Facts:
Pianist.
Songs:
Autumn Leaves
Near You
Till
The Impossible Dream
Yellow Bird
Maria
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2010.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 1533 Vine Street for contributions to the recording industry.
Ronnie Wood
musician
,
singer
,
artist
,
actor
,
producer
,
composer
,
bassist
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Ronald David Wood
Also Known As:
Ron Wood
Birth Place:
Hillingdon, London, England
Birth Date:
June 1
,
1947
Age today:
65, 12 days before his 66
th
birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Gemini
- the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21
Brief Facts:
Guitarist and bassist with bands:
The Rolling Stones
The Small Faces/The Faces
A respected painter as well.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Rolling Stones
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
2012 as one in
The Small Faces/The Faces
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1989 as one in
The Rolling Stones
.
UK Music Hall of Fame
2004 as one in
The Rolling Stones
.
London Avenue of Stars
2009 as one in
The Rolling Stones
Roy Orbison
singer
,
musician
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Roy Kelton Orbison
Also Known As:
Lefty Wilbury
Birth Place:
Vernon, Texas, USA
Birth Date:
April 23
,
1936
Death Date:
December 6
, 1988
Age at Death:
52
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Brief Facts:
Songs:
Only the Lonely
Blue Angel
It's Over
Oh Pretty Woman
Group:
The Traveling Wilburys
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1987.
Music City Walk of Fame
2006.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1989.
Guitar Center RockWalk
1989.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame
1987.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2007 as one in
The Traveling Wilburys
.
Rockabilly Hall of Fame
.
West Texas Walk of Fame
1989.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 1750 Vine Street for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 29 January 2010.
Sam Cooke
singer
,
murdered
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Samuel Cook
Birth Place:
Clarksdale, Mississippi, USA
Birth Date:
January 22
,
1935
Age today:
78
Zodiac Sign:
Aquarius
- the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19
Brief Facts:
Shot to death - shooter never charged.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1986.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1987.
Mississippi Musicians Hall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 7051 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 1 February 1994.
Sammy Davis Jr.
singer
,
dancer
,
photographer
,
Broadway
,
Tony Award
,
hall of fame
,
soap
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Sammy Davis Jr.
Birth Place:
The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
Birth Date:
December 8
,
1925
Death Date:
May 16
, 1990
Age at Death:
64
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
- the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22
Relationships:
husband of
Altovise Davis
, until he died.
Older than Altovise Davis by 17 years.
ex-husband of
May Britt
Older than May Britt by 7 years.
Details - all relationships
List - people connecting
Brief Facts:
Movies:
Ocean's Eleven (1960)
Robin and the Seven Hoods
Songs:
What Kind of Fool Am I?
I've Gotta Be Me
TV show:
One Life to Live
Member:
the Rat Pack
Lost his left eye in a traffic accident. Converted to Judaism.
Broadway musical:
Golden Boy
winning a Tony Award.
Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame
1987.
Kennedy Center Honors
1987.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6254 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
Skunk Baxter
musician
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Jeff Baxter
Birth Place:
Washington, DC, USA
Birth Date:
December 13
,
1948
Age today:
64
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
- the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22
Brief Facts:
Guitarist.
Formerly member of bands:
Steely Dan
The Doobie Brothers
in the 1970s.
Song:
Rikki Don't Lose That Number
Band:
Beats Jammin'
A defense consultant.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
2001 as one in
Steely Dan
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2004 as one in
The Doobie Brothers
.
Guitar Center RockWalk
1988 as one in
The Doobie Brothers
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2011 as one in
The Doobie Brothers
.
Guitar Center RockWalk
1993 as one in
Steely Dan
Sonny Bono
singer
,
mayor
,
accident
,
US Representative
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Salvatore Phillip Bono
Also Known As:
Sonny
Birth Place:
Detroit, Michigan, USA
Birth Date:
February 16
,
1935
Death Date:
January 5
, 1998
Age at Death:
62
Zodiac Sign:
Aquarius
- the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19
Relationships:
father of
Chaz Bono
ex-husband of
Cher
Older than Cher by 11 years.
husband of
Mary Bono Mack
, until he died.
Older than Mary Bono Mack by 26 years.
Details - all relationships
List - people connecting
Descendants:
Chaz Bono
Chaz Bono
Brief Facts:
Sonny of the pop group:
Sonny & Cher
Also Mayor of Palm Springs. Died in a skiing accident.
Palm Springs Walk of Stars
1996.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
Sonny & Cher
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Sonny James
singer
,
country
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
James Loden
Nickname(s):
"the Southern Gentleman"
Birth Place:
Hackleburg, Alabama, USA
Birth Date:
May 1
,
1929
Age today:
84, 19 days after his birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Brief Facts:
Member of:
Grand Ole Opry
Song:
Young Love
Country Music Hall of Fame
2006.
Alabama Music Hall of Fame
1987.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6630 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
Stevie Nicks
singer
,
composer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Stephanie Lynn Nicks
Also Known As:
Queen of Rock and Roll
Birth Place:
Phoenix, Arizona, USA
Birth Date:
May 26
,
1948
Age today:
64, 6 days before her 65
th
birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Gemini
- the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21
Brief Facts:
Star of the band:
Fleetwood Mac
Albums:
Bella Donna
Rumours
Song:
Dreams
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
Fleetwood Mac
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2005 as one in
Fleetwood Mac
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
Fleetwood Mac
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Stevie Wonder
singer
,
musician
,
composer
,
activist
,
actor
,
R&B
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Stevland Hardaway Judkins
Also Known As:
Little Stevie Wonder
Stevland Hardaway Morris
Steveland Judkins Hardaway
Birth Place:
Saginaw, Michigan, USA
Birth Date:
May 13
,
1950
Age today:
63, 7 days after his birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Relationships:
divorcing husband of
Kai Millard-Morris
ex-husband of
Syreeta
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Brief Facts:
Birth name Stevland Judkins - changed several times. Blind singer and pianist.
Movie:
Muscle Beach Party
Songs:
For Once in My Life
You Are the Sunshine of My Life
I Just Called to Say I Love You
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1989.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
1983.
Michigan Walk of Fame
2006.
Kennedy Center Honors
1999.
Guitar Center RockWalk
1985.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 7050 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 1 February 1994.
Stu Cook
musician
,
bassist
,
educator
,
producer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Stuart Alden Cook
Birth Place:
Oakland, California, USA
Birth Date:
April 25
,
1945
Age today:
68, 25 days after his birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Brief Facts:
Member band:
Creedence Clearwater Revival
Songs:
Bad Moon Rising
Proud Mary
Suzie Q
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1993 as one in
Creedence Clearwater Revival
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
Creedence Clearwater Revival
Syd Barrett
musician
,
singer
,
artist
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Roger Keith Barrett
Birth Place:
Cambridge, England
Birth Date:
January 6
,
1946
Death Date:
July 7
, 2006
Age at Death:
60
Zodiac Sign:
Capricorn
- the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20
Brief Facts:
Guitar and vocals.
Founding member of rock group:
Pink Floyd
Album:
The Dark Side of the Moon
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2010 as one in
Pink Floyd
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1996 as one in
Pink Floyd
.
UK Music Hall of Fame
2005 as one in
Pink Floyd
.
London Avenue of Stars
2010 as one in
Pink Floyd
Tennessee Ernie Ford
singer
,
country
,
actor
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Ernest Jennings Ford
Nickname(s):
"The Ol' Pea-Picker"
Birth Place:
Bristol, Tennessee, USA
Birth Date:
February 13
,
1919
Death Date:
October 17
, 1991
Age at Death:
72
Zodiac Sign:
Aquarius
- the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19
Brief Facts:
Song:
Sixteen Tons
GMA Gospel Music Hall of Fame
.
TV show:
I Love Lucy
Country Music Hall of Fame
1990.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009.
Presidential Medal of Freedom
1984.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6922 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry.
A star at 1600 Vine Street for contributions to radio.
A star at 6311 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the television industry.
Teresa Brewer
singer
,
actor
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Female
Real/Birth Name:
Theresa Breuer
Birth Place:
Toledo, Ohio, USA
Birth Date:
May 7
,
1931
Death Date:
October 17
, 2007
Age at Death:
76
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Brief Facts:
Songs:
Till I Waltz Again with You
Into Each Life Some Rain Must Fall
Music! Music! Music!
Movie:
Those Redheads from Seattle
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 1708 Vine Street for contributions to the recording industry.
Tito Jackson
singer
,
musician
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Toriano Adaryll Jackson
Birth Place:
Gary, Indiana, USA
Birth Date:
October 15
,
1953
Age today:
59
Zodiac Sign:
Libra
- the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23
Relationships:
younger brother of
Jackie Jackson
Younger than Jackie Jackson by 2 years.
older brother of
Janet Jackson
Older than Janet Jackson by 12 years.
older brother of
Jermaine Jackson
Older than Jermaine Jackson by 1 year.
older brother of
LaToya Jackson
Older than LaToya Jackson by 2 years.
older brother of
Marlon Jackson
Older than Marlon Jackson by 3 years.
older brother of
Michael Jackson
Older than Michael Jackson by 4 years.
uncle of
Paris Jackson
uncle of
Prince Michael Jackson
uncle of
Prince Michael Jackson II
older brother of
Randy Jackson
Older than Randy Jackson by 2 years.
younger brother of
Rebbie Jackson
Younger than Rebbie Jackson by 3 years.
father of
Taj Jackson
father of
Taryll Jackson
father of
TJ Jackson
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Descendants:
Taj Jackson
Taryll Jackson
TJ Jackson
Brief Facts:
Vocalist and guitar.
Group:
The Jackson 5
The Jacksons
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
Jackson Five
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1997 as one in
Jackson Five
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1999 as one in
Jackson Five
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
Tom Fogerty
singer
,
musician
,
AIDS
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Thomas Richard Fogerty
Birth Place:
Berkeley, California, USA
Birth Date:
November 9
,
1941
Death Date:
September 6
, 1990
Age at Death:
48
Zodiac Sign:
Scorpio
- the Scorpion - people born October 24 through November 22
Relationships:
older brother of
John Fogerty
Older than John Fogerty by 3 years.
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Brief Facts:
Member band:
Creedence Clearwater Revival
Songs:
Bad Moon Rising
Proud Mary
Suzie Q
Died of tuberculosis due to AIDS, gotten from blood transfusions.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1993 as one in
Creedence Clearwater Revival
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
Creedence Clearwater Revival
Tom Jones
singer
,
tv
,
knighted
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Thomas John Woodward
Birth Place:
Treforest, Pontypridd, Wales
Birth Date:
June 7
,
1940
Age today:
72, 18 days before his 73
rd
birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Gemini
- the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21
Brief Facts:
Songs:
It's Not Unusual
She's a Lady
What's New, Pussycat
OBE in the 1999 New Years honours list. Knighted New Years Honours List December 31, 2005.
Gaming Hall of Fame
2003.
Theater Hall of Fame
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008.
London Avenue of Stars
.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6608 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 29 June 1987.
Tommy DeVito
singer
,
musician
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Tommy DeVito
Birth Place:
Belleville, New Jersey, USA
Birth Date:
June 19
,
1928
Age today:
84, 30 days before his 85
th
birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Gemini
- the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21
Brief Facts:
Vocals and lead guitar for group:
The Four Seasons
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007 as one in
The Four Seasons
.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1990 as one in
The Four Seasons
Tommy James
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Thomas Gregory Jackson
Brief Facts:
Group:
Tommy James and the Shondells
Songs:
Crimson and Clover
Mony, Mony
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2008 as one in
Tommy James and the Shondells
Tony Bennett
singer
,
jazz
,
artist
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Anthony Dominick Benedetto
Birth Place:
New York City, New York, USA
Birth Date:
August 3
,
1926
Age today:
86
Zodiac Sign:
Leo
- the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21
Brief Facts:
Song::
I Left My Heart In San Francisco
Album:
Duets: An American Classic
Big Band and Jazz Hall of Fame
1997. A respected painter.
Long Island Music Hall of Fame
.
Kennedy Center Honors
2005.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2007.
New Jersey Hall of Fame
2011.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 1560 Vine Street for contributions to the recording industry.
Tony Orlando
singer
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Michael Anthony Orlando Cassavitis
Birth Date:
April 3
,
1944
Age today:
69
Zodiac Sign:
Aries
- the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20
Brief Facts:
Group:
Tony Orlando and Dawn
Songs:
Tie a Yellow Ribbon 'Round the Ole Oak Tree
He Don't Love You (Like I Love You)
Bronx Walk of Fame
2009.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
2007 as one in
Tony Orlando and Dawn
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2011 as one in
Tony Orlando and Dawn
Hollywood Walk of Fame
:
A star at 6385 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the recording industry;
ceremony: 21 March 1990.
Tony Williams
singer
,
R&B
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Samuel Anthony Williams
Birth Place:
Elizabeth, New Jersey, USA
Birth Date:
April 15
,
1928
Death Date:
August 14
, 1992
Age at Death:
64
Zodiac Sign:
Aries
- the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20
Brief Facts:
Lead singer, tenor.
Co-founder, group:
The Platters
Songs:
Only You
My Prayer
Smoke Gets in Your Eyes
The Great Pretender
Twilight Time
DownBeat Jazz Hall of Fame
1997.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1990 as one in
The Platters
.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
The Platters
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Platters
Vic Ames
singer
,
hall of fame
,
accident
,
vehicle crash
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Amory Victor Urick
Birth Place:
Malden, Massachusetts, USA
Birth Date:
May 20
,
1925
Death Date:
January 23
, 1978
Age at Death:
52
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Relationships:
older brother of
Ed Ames
Older than Ed Ames by 2 years.
younger brother of
Gene Ames
Younger than Gene Ames by 2 years.
younger brother of
Joe Ames
Younger than Joe Ames by 4 years.
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Brief Facts:
Group:
The Ames Brothers
Songs:
Rag Mop
The Naughty Lady of Shady Lane
Melodie d'Amour
Died in a car crash.
Vocal Group Hall of Fame
1998 as one in
The Ames Brothers
.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2009 as one in
The Ames Brothers
Willie Nelson
singer
,
composer
,
radio
,
dj
,
activist
,
business
,
actor
,
hall of fame
Gender:
Male
Real/Birth Name:
Willie Hugh Nelson
Nickname(s):
"Red-Headed Stranger"
Birth Place:
Abbott, Texas, USA
Birth Date:
April 30
,
1933
Age today:
80, 20 days after his birthday
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
- the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21
Brief Facts:
Member of:
Grand Ole Opry
Composed songs:
Crazy
Hello Walls
Songs:
Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain
Mammas Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be Cowboys
Always on My Mind
Member of group:
The Highwaymen
Movies:
Stagecoach
Wag the Dog
Electric Horseman
Barbarossa
The Dukes of Hazzard
Once a disc jockey for Vancouver (Washington) station:
KVAN
and in Fort Worth, Texas. Developed a bio-diesel business. Originated Farm Aid concerts in 1985.
Kennedy Center Honors
1998.
Country Music Hall of Fame
1993.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
2001.
Texas Country Music Hall of Fame
1998.
Texas Film Hall of Fame
2002.
Hit Parade Hall of Fame
2010.
Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame
1973.
Number found: 191.
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