Bo Diddley
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Bo Diddley is an American character actor, one of the faces that hold a cast together from the edges. The film that did the most for his profile is 'Trading Places', as Pawnbroker. 'Blues Brothers 2000' is the other job people connect him with. Genre-wise, the center of gravity is comedy. His name is attached to 8 productions.
Bo Diddley
7 Movies
1 Series
Bo Diddley is an American character actor, one of the faces that hold a cast together from the edges. The film that did the most for his profile is 'Trading Places', as Pawnbroker. 'Blues Brothers 2000' is the other job people connect him with. Genre-wise, the center of gravity is comedy. His name is attached to 8 productions.
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Blues Brothers 2000
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According to Jim
Bo Diddley · 1 episode
2001–
TV
Blues Brothers 2000
The Louisiana Gator Boys
1998
Film
30th Anniversary of Rock 'n' Roll All-Star Jam: Bo Diddley
Self
1995
Film
Rockula
Axman
1990
Film
Eddie and the Cruisers II: Eddie Lives!
Legendary Guitarist
1989
Film
Chuck Berry & Bo Diddley: Rock 'n' Roll All Star Jam
Self
1985
Film
Trading Places
Pawnbroker
1983
Film
Crush Proof
Bo Diddley
1972
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bo Diddley still alive?
Bo Diddley passed away on June 2, 2008 at age 79.
What are the most famous roles of Bo Diddley?
Bo Diddley is best known for roles in Trading Places, Blues Brothers 2000, Live Aid.
How many movies has Bo Diddley been in?
Over a 43-year career (since 1965), Bo Diddley has appeared in 5 movies and 1 TV shows.
What was Bo Diddley's first movie?
The career of Bo Diddley began with The Big T.N.T. Show (1965).
What is Bo Diddley's most recent movie or series?
Bo Diddley's most recent release is Cheat You Fair: The Story of Maxwell Street, which premiered on December 31, 2006.
What TV shows has Bo Diddley appeared in?
On television, Bo Diddley has appeared in According to Jim, The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, So Weird, Donny & Marie.
Bo Diddley
1928-12-30 · McComb, Mississippi, USA
Bo Diddley, born Elias Otha Bates, was an original and influential American rock & roll singer, guitarist and songwriter. He was known as "The Originator" because of the key role in the transition from blues music to rock & roll, influencing a host of legendary acts including Buddy Holly, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and The Rolling Stones to name a few.
He introduced more insistent, driving rhythms and hard-edged guitar sound on a wide-ranging catalog of songs.