BO DIDDLEY
Bo Diddley
Gender: Male
Known for: Acting
Birthday: December 30, 1928
Deathday: June 2, 2008
Place of Birth: McComb, Mississippi, USA
Biography
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.
Notable work
Filmography
Starring
Self (archive footage)
Self (archive footage)
Self (archive footage)
Self (archive footage)
2003·
Godfathers and SonsSelf (archival)
Self
Self
2001·
According to JimBo Diddley
Himself
1999·
So WeirdFrank - Special Guest Star
1998·
Blues Brothers 2000The Louisiana Gator Boys
Self
Self (segment "Monster in the Mirror")
1990·
RockulaAxman
1989·
Geld oder LiebeSelf
Bo Diddley
Legendary Guitarist
1985·
Live AidSelf
1983·
Trading PlacesPawnbroker
Self
1976·
Donny & MarieSelf
Self
Himself
1972·
Crush ProofBo Diddley
Self
1971·
Rollin' On The River1971·
Sweet TorontoSelf
1965·
The Big T.N.T. ShowSelf
1964·
Shindig!Self - Singer