What is the birth name of "The Big Bopper?"
Correct answer: J. P. Richardson, Jr.
Player #2342698
so sad he died with Buddy Holly and Ritchie Valens!! They are still my favorites!! Got all their music on c.d.s!!
Queen Esther
Player #2342698, yes I know! that's what I was about to say! but may they all rest in peace and I hope in heaven!
gonow
This reminds me of the movie "LA Bamba"...Richie's story. I was a teenager then and these three were so much a part of the music I listened to and loved!
BlueEyedAlien
His “birth name” was Jiles Perry Richardson, jr. “J.P.” Is a nickname and, of course, the name he was known as.