The Big Bopper
Rock Singer

The Big Bopper Net Worth

The Big Bopper, born on October 24, 1930 in Sabine Pass, TX, was a DJ, singer, and songwriter best known for his hit "Chantilly Lace". He also wrote other popular songs such as "White Lightning" and "Running Bear". He was a major influence in the music industry and his songs are still popular today.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day October 24, 1930
Birth Place Sabine Pass, TX
Age 90 YEARS OLD
Died On Feb 3, 1959 (age 28)
Birth Sign Scorpio

💰 Net worth: $25 Million (2024)

About

DJ, singer, and Songwriter best known for his hit "Chantilly Lace." He also wrote songs such as "White Lightning" and "Running Bear."

Before Fame

Born Jiles Perry "J.P." Richardson, Jr., he was a defensive lineman for his high school football team.

Trivia

He died in a plane crash with Buddy Holly and Ritchie Valens.

Family Life

He married Adrianne Joy Fryon on April 18, 1952. They had two children together, Jay and Debra. 

Associated With

He took the seat on the doomed airplane that was supposed to be for Waylon Jennings.

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About the author

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