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.
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Filmography
Acting Credits (38)
Revival69: The Concert That Rocked the World
Self (archive footage)
2023
Sunday Best: The Untold Story of Ed Sullivan
Self (archive footage)
2023
Rolling With the Blues
Self (archive footage)
2007
Cheat You Fair: The Story of Maxwell Street
self
2006
Eddie Cochran & Friends: C'mon Everybody
Self (archive footage)
2004