Link Wray
Guitarist

Link Wray Net Worth

Link Wray was a pioneering musician born on May 2, 1929 in Dunn, NC. He was a member of the band Link Wray and his Ray Men, which was known for their hit song "Rumble". He was a major influence on the development of rock and roll and is credited with inventing the power chord.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day May 2, 1929
Birth Place Dunn, NC
Age 91 YEARS OLD
Died On Nov 5, 2005 (age 76)
Birth Sign Taurus

💰 Net worth: $1.3 Million (2024)

About

Member of the band Link Wray and his Ray Men, which was known for the hit song "Rumble."

Before Fame

He served in the Korean War, during which he contracted tuberculosis, which eventually cost him a lung.

Trivia

He was ranked #45 on Rolling Stone's list of 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time.

Family Life

He had a total of eight children across three marriages to Elizabeth Canady Wray, Ethel "Kitty" Tidwell Wray and Sharon Wray.

Associated With

His song "Rumble" had a significant influence on Jimmy Page, as well as the blues and hard rock movements.

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About the author

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