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  1. Jerry Lee Lewis (September 29, 1935 – October 28, 2022) was an American pianist, singer and songwriter. Nicknamed "The Killer", he was described as "rock 'n' roll's first great wild man".

  2. Oct 28, 2022 · The iconic rock 'n' roll pioneer and last living member of the "Million-Dollar Quartet" — whose meteoric rise collapsed almost as quickly as he ascended, thanks to scandal...

  3. Apr 3, 2014 · With his innovative and flamboyant piano playing and catchy uptempo songs, Jerry Lee Lewis emerged as one of rock music's early showmen in the 1950s.

  4. Oct 28, 2022 · Jerry Lee Lewis was known as the Killer, and it wasn’t a casual sobriquet — a schoolmate called him that after he tried to strangle a teacher. He once shot his bass player in the chest; just...

  5. Oct 28, 2022 · Singer-pianist Jerry Lee Lewis, the hell-raising, larger-than-life rock ‘n’ roll pioneer and latter-day country star, has died, according to a rep, Zach Farnum. He was 87. His death had...

  6. May 28, 2024 · Jerry Lee Lewis, American singer and pianist whose virtuosity, ecstatic performances, and colorful personality made him a legendary rock music pioneer. His notable songs included ‘Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On,’ ‘Great Balls of Fire,’ and ‘Breathless.’. Learn more about his life and career.

  7. Oct 28, 2022 · Jerry Lee Lewis, the hard-driving rockabilly artist whose pounding boogie-woogie piano and bluesy, country-influenced vocals helped define the sound of rock ’n’ roll on hits like “Whole ...

  8. With his innovative and flamboyant piano playing style, Jerry Lee Lewis emerged as one of rock musics early showman in the 1950s. His musical talents became apparent early on in life. He taught himself to play piano and sang in church growing up.

  9. Oct 28, 2022 · Jerry Lee Lewis, the notorious singer behind Great Balls of Fire, has died aged 87, his agent has confirmed. One of the last survivors of rock 'n' roll's golden age, his life was also marred by...

  10. Oct 28, 2022 · American rock pioneer Jerry Lee Lewis, who was torn between his Bible-thumping upbringing and his desire to make hell-raising rock 'n' roll with hits such as Great Balls of Fire and Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On, has died at the age of 87. Key points: Lewis was one of the first performers inducted into the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame.

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