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Aug 3, 2020 · A plane crash in Iowa claimed the lives of pilot Roger Peterson, Buddy Holly, J.P. Richardson, and Ritchie Valens. Valens, who became a hit sensation with his track "La La Bamba" and was immortalized in the film of the same name, was only 17 when he died. His brother Bob Morales became a local legend in his own right, but what happened to him?
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The son of Joseph Steven Valenzuela (1896–1952) and Concepción "Concha" Reyes (1915–1987), he had two half-brothers, Robert "Bob" Morales (1937–2018) and Mario Ramirez, and two younger sisters, Connie and Irma. Valenzuela was brought up hearing traditional Mexican mariachi music, as well as flamenco guitar, [7] R&B, and jump blues.
Her graciousness to Ritchie’s fans and support of Ritchie’s family continues to show the bond that was created almost sixty years ago. The Ritchie Valens family would like to acknowledge Alan Clark (The Alan Clark Archives), Donna Fox, Judy Willis and Michelle Hoover (Photographer) for their contribution to this page.
Aug 14, 2019 · Connie Valens, the younger sister of the late rock and roll star, visited Red Rock Center for the Arts in Fairmont to talk about her brother and how his death affected the family. She also shared how the movie \"La Bamba\" brought them closer and how Ritchie's music inspired many people.
Quick Facts. Girlfriend: Donna Ludwig. Also Known As: Richard Steven Valenzuela. Died At Age: 17. Family: father: Joseph Steven Valenzuela. mother: Concepcion Valenzuela. siblings: Bob Morales, Connie Lemos, Irma Norton, Mario Ramirez. Born Country: United States. Died Young Guitarists. Height: 5'7" (170 cm ), 5'7" Males. Died on: February 3, 1959.
May 9, 2024 · Ritchie Valens was an American singer and songwriter and the first Latino rock and roll star. His short career ended when he died at age 17 in the 1959 plane crash in which Buddy Holly and the Big Bopper also perished. Valens grew up in suburban Los Angeles in a family of Mexican and possibly.
May 13, 2021 · Learn about the life and music of Ritchie Valens, the first Mexican-American hitmaker in the U.S., who died at 17 in a plane crash. His sister, fans, and fellow musicians celebrate his impact and influence on rock & roll.
