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 In McComb, Mississippi, USA

Movie/TV Credits:

22

First Appeared:

In the movie Ron Wood and Bo Diddley: Japan 1988

Latest Project:

Movie The Rolling Stones - Voodoo Lounge Uncut 2018-11-16