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Ricky Nelson
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Teaneck, New York NJ, United States (1940 – 1985)
Eric Hilliard “Ricky” Nelson, later known as Rick Nelson (May 8, 1940 –December 31, 1985), was an American singer, musician, and Golden Globe-nominated actor. With more than 50 Hot 100 hits, Nelson was second only to Elvis Presley as the most popular rock and roll artist of the 1950s and 1960s.
Biography
Early years
Born in Teaneck, New Jersey, he was the younger son of Ozzie Nelson, the leader of a big band, and Harriet Hilliard Nelson, the band’s singer. Along with brother David Nelson, the family starred in the long-running radio and television series The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet from 1944 to 1954 on the radio, and 1952 to 1966 on television. However, David and Ricky Nelson did not join the cast until 1949; for the first five years of the radio show, the sons were played by professional actors.
Career
Ricky Nelson, who was the first teen idol to utilize television to promote hit records, began a rock and roll music career in 1957. He recorded his debut single, the Fats Domino song “I’m Walkin’”, seeking to impress a date who was an Elvis Presley fan. After he performed it on TV, it was a hit, reaching #4 on the charts and selling over a million copies. Soon, each episode of the Ozzie & Harriet television show ended with a musical performance by “Ricky”. It was during the sitcom’s run that Ozzie Nelson
Biography
Early years
Born in Teaneck, New Jersey, he was the younger son of Ozzie Nelson, the leader of a big band, and Harriet Hilliard Nelson, the band’s singer. Along with brother David Nelson, the family starred in the long-running radio and television series The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet from 1944 to 1954 on the radio, and 1952 to 1966 on television. However, David and Ricky Nelson did not join the cast until 1949; for the first five years of the radio show, the sons were played by professional actors.
Career
Ricky Nelson, who was the first teen idol to utilize television to promote hit records, began a rock and roll music career in 1957. He recorded his debut single, the Fats Domino song “I’m Walkin’”, seeking to impress a date who was an Elvis Presley fan. After he performed it on TV, it was a hit, reaching #4 on the charts and selling over a million copies. Soon, each episode of the Ozzie & Harriet television show ended with a musical performance by “Ricky”. It was during the sitcom’s run that Ozzie Nelson
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GetMeOuttaHere wrote:
He was so beautiful....
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freelance-fiend wrote:
He rocks harder than the average person appreciates
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punkflamingo wrote:
He's so cute. ^_^
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Jade_Moon wrote:
Ricky,we remember you...
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haggis21 wrote:
He's great......
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Lieberdog wrote:
Damn the oldies tag, Ricky is forever young!
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everywherewest wrote:
Oh My God It's Ricky Nelson. Ahhhhhh!
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PrettyStar wrote:
8 may-Great Beautifil Day in Life
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djaldjr wrote:
rick was fun to listen to growing up
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P_Machado wrote:
http://www.lastfm.com.br/music/Ricky+Nelson/+images/34493763
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Monimaus wrote:
wäre ich in der zeit ein teenager gewesen, ich hätte mich sicher total in ihn verliebt...
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Retro_Saiyan wrote:
Ricky Nelson Is VERY Underrated!!
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almarrr wrote:
Nice role in Rio Bravo.
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marcelopes888 wrote:
where the broken heart stay
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rivergirl0925 wrote:
I saw Ricky Nelson and Linda Ronstandt at the California State Fair in 72 I think... okay I admit it, I'm old- but I am still cool like that!
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electromontage wrote:
such a pretty boy <3
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lionsroar816 wrote:
<3
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marmur7 wrote:
i forgot this was in the attic! seems too short somehow.
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meraatjie wrote:
Always nice to listen to
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Cajungrandma wrote:
Oh My God Ricky....... How Sweet He Was. Used to watch him every wk on Ozzie & Harriet Show. What a Great Family . His Death was Tragic . As was so many other artists of the 60s I miss them all , Rest in Peace Ricky .....
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