As a notable figure in the vibrant Philadelphia music scene, which also nurtured the careers of iconic teen idols such as Frankie Avalon and Fabian, Bobby Rydell undoubtedly emerged as the most gifted and talented of the trio. Following a string of successful song hits, including the unforgettable "Wild One" and the timeless classic "Volare", Rydell transitioned to the stage, making his Broadway debut in the 1963 production of Bye Bye Birdie. This marked the beginning of his journey as a performer, as he went on to hone his craft on the nightclub circuit. Despite not having had a hit since the early 1960s, Rydell continues to be a beloved figure in the music world, frequently appearing on "oldies" shows and entertaining audiences with his unique blend of talent and charisma.
Personal Details
BornApr 26, 1942 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Spouse
Linda J Hoffman
( Jan 17, 2009 to Apr 5, 2022 )Camille Carmella Quattrone
( Oct 5, 1968 to Sep 15, 2003 )
Biography
Career
{"id":164554,"title":"That Lady from Peking","year":"1975","character":"Buddy Foster","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/that-lady-from-peking","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_164554.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_164554.jpg"},"released":1}
1975

That Lady from Peking as Buddy Foster
{"id":165366,"title":"Marco Polo Jr.","year":"1972","character":"Marco Polo Jr. (voice)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/marco-polo-jr","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_165366.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_165366.jpg"},"released":1}
1972

Marco Polo Jr. as Marco Polo Jr. (voice)
{"id":65854,"title":"Bye Bye Birdie","year":"1963","character":"Hugo Peabody","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/bye-bye-birdie-1963","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2p3mek5vssqg.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2p3mek5vssqg.jpg"},"released":1}
1963

Bye Bye Birdie as Hugo Peabody
{"id":103835473,"title":"Vacation Playhouse","year":1963,"character":"Bobby Day","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/vacation-playhouse","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103835473.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103835473.jpg"},"released":1}

Vacation Playhouse as Bobby Day
{"id":10523,"title":"The Red Skelton Show","year":1963,"character":"Cousin Zeke Kadiddlehopper","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-red-skelton-show","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_10523.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_10523.jpg"},"released":1}

The Red Skelton Show as Cousin Zeke Kadiddlehopper
{"id":173620,"title":"Disneyland","year":"1962","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/disneyland-1962-2","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_173620.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_173620.jpg"},"released":1}
1962
{"id":103831570,"title":"Disneyland","year":1961,"character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/disneyland-1954","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103831570.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103831570.jpg"},"released":1}
1961