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Roy Orbison
American musician (1936 –1988)
Roy Orbison was born on April 23, 1936 in Vernon, United States and died on December 6, 1988, aged 52.
Born
April 23, 1936
Roy Orbison died aged 52.
Died: December 6, 1988
Source:
Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026.
- Birthplace
- Vernon, United States
- Professions
- vocalist, composer, bandleader, musician, guitarist, actor, singer, singer-songwriter, songwriter
- Citizenship
- United States
More about Roy Orbison
- Zodiac sign
- Taurus
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- Brockhaus Enzyklopädie
- Nederlandse Top 40
- BnF authorities
- Great Norwegian Encyclopedia
- Encyclopædia Britannica Online
- filmportal.de
- Find a Grave
- Integrated Authority File
- SNAC
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Questions people ask
How old was Roy Orbison when they died?
Roy Orbison died aged 52.
When is Roy Orbison’s birthday?
Roy Orbison’s recorded birthday is April 23.
Where was Roy Orbison born?
Roy Orbison was born in Vernon, United States.
When did Roy Orbison die?
Roy Orbison died on December 6, 1988.