Bo Diddley
Bo Diddley, born Elias Otha Bates, was an original and influential American rock & roll singer, guitarist and songwriter. He was known as "The Originator" because of the key role in the transition from blues music to rock & roll, influencing a host of legendary acts including Buddy Holly, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and The Rolling Stones to name a few.
He introduced more insistent, driving rhythms and hard-edged guitar sound on a wide-ranging catalog of songs.
Born
Dec 30, 1928
McComb, Mississippi, USA
Died
Jun 02, 2008
Known For
Acting
Movies
32 acting
0 crew
Popularity
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Sesame Street's 25th Birthday: A Musical Celebration
1993
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as Self (segment "Monster in the Mirror")
★ 7.0
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