Artist Bio:
Ricky Nelson, born Eric Hilliard Nelson on May 8, 1940, was an American singer, musician, and actor. He gained fame as a teen idol during the late 1950s and early 1960s, with hits such as "Poor Little Fool," "TravelinΓÇÖ Man," and "Hello Mary Lou." Nelson was one of the first artists to successfully transition from a successful music career to acting, starring in the popular television series "The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet" alongside his family.
Nelson's musical style was a blend of rock and roll, country, and folk, and he was known for his smooth vocals and charismatic stage presence. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987. Tragically, Nelson died in a plane crash on December 31, 1985, at the age of 45. Despite his untimely death, Ricky Nelson left a lasting legacy as a pioneering figure in the early days of rock and roll.
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