★ 6.5 
Acting
Bo Diddley
Bo Diddley is best known for According to Jim, The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, So Weird and Donny & Marie. Bo Diddley was born on December 30, 1928. Bo Diddley died on June 2, 2008 at the age of 79.
- Born
- December 30, 1928
- Place of birth
- McComb, Mississippi, USA
- Died
- June 2, 2008 (79 years old)
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.
He introduced more insistent, driving rhythms and hard-edged guitar sound on a wide-ranging catalog of songs.
He introduced more insistent, driving rhythms and hard-edged guitar sound on a wide-ranging catalog of songs.
Known for
Filmography
- 2001According to JimBo Diddley
- 1999So WeirdFrank - Special Guest Star
- 1992Later... with Jools Holland
- 1989Geld oder LiebeSelf
- 1976Donny & MarieSelf
- 1971Rollin' On The River
- 1964Shindig!Self - Singer
- 1962The Tonight Show Starring Johnny CarsonSelf
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Bo Diddley been in?
Bo Diddley is best known for According to Jim, The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, So Weird and Donny & Marie.
When was Bo Diddley born?
Bo Diddley was born on December 30, 1928. (McComb, Mississippi, USA)
How old is Bo Diddley?
Bo Diddley died on June 2, 2008 at the age of 79.
Updated: November 2, 2026 ·