Bo Diddley
Ellas Otha Bates, known professionally as Bo Diddley, was an American guitarist and singer who played a key role in the transition from the blues to rock and roll. He influenced many artists, including Buddy Holly, Elvis Presley, the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, the Animals, George Thorogood, Syd Barrett, and the Clash.
30 December 1928
Born on the same birth day (30 December): Adam Dale • Asa Griggs Candler • C. J. Wilcox • David Willcocks • Domenico Criscito • Gianni Zuiverloon • Jim Flaherty • John W. Geary • Michael RodrÃguez (footballer) • Patrick Kerney • William Kolehmainen
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