Age, Biography and Wiki
Little Richard is an American singer, songwriter, and pianist. He is considered to be one of the pioneers of rock and roll music, and is known for his flamboyant stage presence and powerful vocals. He is also known for his hits such as "Tutti Frutti", "Long Tall Sally", and "Good Golly Miss Molly". Little Richard was born Richard Wayne Penniman on December 5, 1932, in Macon, Georgia. He was the third of twelve children born to Charles and Leva Mae Penniman. His father was a church deacon and his mother was a church organist. Little Richard began playing the piano at the age of five and was performing in local churches by the age of ten. He was influenced by gospel music, blues, and jazz. He began performing professionally in the early 1950s, and his first hit single, "Tutti Frutti", was released in 1955. Little Richard's career was interrupted in 1957 when he joined the Seventh-day Adventist Church. He returned to music in 1962 and continued to record and perform until his retirement in 1977. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986. Little Richard has an estimated net worth of $40 million. He has earned his wealth through his successful career as a singer, songwriter, and pianist. He has released numerous albums and singles, and has performed in concerts and on television. He has also appeared in films and television shows, and has written several books.
Popular As | Richard Wayne Penniman (The Real King of Rock 'n' Roll, The Queen of Rock 'n' Roll, The Emancipator, The Bronze Liberace) |
Occupation | soundtrack,actor,music_department |
Age | 88 years old |
Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
Born | 5 December, 1932 |
Birthday | 5 December |
Birthplace | Macon, Georgia, USA |
Date of death | 9 May, 2020 |
Died Place | Tullahoma, Tennessee, USA |
Nationality | USA |
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Little Richard Height, Weight & Measurements
At 88 years old, Little Richard height is 5' 10" (1.78 m) .
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Height | 5' 10" (1.78 m) |
Weight | Not Available |
Body Measurements | Not Available |
Eye Color | Not Available |
Hair Color | Not Available |
Who Is Little Richard's Wife?
His wife is Ernestine Campbell (11 July 1959 - 1963) ( divorced) ( 1 child)
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Parents | Not Available |
Wife | Ernestine Campbell (11 July 1959 - 1963) ( divorced) ( 1 child) |
Sibling | Not Available |
Children | Not Available |
Little Richard Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Little Richard worth at the age of 88 years old? Little Richard’s income source is mostly from being a successful Soundtrack. He is from USA. We have estimated Little Richard's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.
Net Worth in 2023 | $1 Million - $5 Million |
Salary in 2023 | Under Review |
Net Worth in 2022 | Pending |
Salary in 2022 | Under Review |
House | Not Available |
Cars | Not Available |
Source of Income | Soundtrack |
Little Richard Social Network
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Timeline
He was awarded a star on the Apollo Theater Walk of Fame in Manhattan, New York City on May 11, 2010.
He was awarded a star on the Music City Walk of Fame in Nashville, Tennessee in November 2008.
He was inducted into the Apollo Theater Hall of Fame (2006), the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame (2009), the Blues Hall of Fame (2015), and the Rhythm and Blues Music Hall of Fame (2015).
He was awarded a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for Recording at 6840 Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood, California on June 21, 1990.
He presided over the 1987 Las Vegas marriage of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore at the Golden Nugget Hotel. Former brat packer Ally Sheedy was a bridesmaid.
He was inducted into the Georgia Music Hall of Fame (1984), the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (1986), the NAACP Image Award Hall of Fame (2002), and the American Songwriters Hall of Fame (2003).
He was one of the greatest musical influences on Paul McCartney and David Bowie. According to producer Nile Rodgers, Richard was the initial inspiration for Bowie's biggest ever album, "Let's Dance" (1983). Bowie once said: "When I heard Little Richard, it just set my world on fire".
He became close to The Beatles when he toured England in the early 1960s. He and Beatles manager Brian Epstein got along especially well. Epstein persuaded him to lend his personal microphone to another singer when the stage mic failed, and to perform an extra concert.
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