THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME
Eddie Cochran
American rock and roll pioneer (1938–1960)
Eddie Cochran was born on October 3, 1938 in Albert Lea, United States and died on April 17, 1960, aged 21.
Born
October 3, 1938
Eddie Cochran died aged 21.
Died: April 17, 1960
Source:
Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026.
- Birthplace
- Albert Lea, United States
- Professions
- bandleader, guitarist, recording artist, singer-songwriter, singer, rock musician, composer
- Citizenship
- United States
More about Eddie Cochran
- Zodiac sign
- Libra
Family
- Partner
- Sharon Sheeley
Official links & social profiles
All birth date sources
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- Encyclopædia Britannica Online
- Find a Grave
- Proleksis Encyclopedia
- BnF authorities
- Integrated Authority File
- SNAC
Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026. View Wikidata record
Questions people ask
How old was Eddie Cochran when they died?
Eddie Cochran died aged 21.
When is Eddie Cochran’s birthday?
Eddie Cochran’s recorded birthday is October 3.
Where was Eddie Cochran born?
Eddie Cochran was born in Albert Lea, United States.
When did Eddie Cochran die?
Eddie Cochran died on April 17, 1960.