Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Birthday
(Monday)
Died
Birthplace
Nationality
Languages
American English, English
Spouse
Themetta Suggs (1948-2017)
Children
4 children: Ingrid Berry
Residences
Chuck Berry House, The Ville
Education
Sumner High School, Sumner High School and auditorium
Zodiac Sign
♎ Libra
Chinese Zodiac
虎 Tiger
Name Origin
English < Proto-Germanic (*Audawarduz)
Popularity
Tier B -- 99,836 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 29
Year context
Born in 1926 -- Robert Goddard launches first liquid-fueled rocket; Calvin Coolidge was US president
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Career
Career spanning 31 years (1956-1987)
Zodiac
Year of the Tiger, sign of Libra
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Sustainability
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Cultural Uplift
29
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Filmography (7)
AWARDS (1)
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Biography
Charles Edward Anderson "Chuck" Berry was an American guitarist, singer, and songwriter; and one of the pioneers of rock and roll. Nicknamed the "Father of Rock and Roll", he refined and developed rhythm and blues into the major elements that made rock and roll distinctive with songs such as "Maybellene" (1955), "Roll Over Beethoven" (1956), "Rock and Roll Music" (1957), and "Johnny B. Goode" (1958). Writing lyrics that focused on teen life and consumerism, and developing a music style that included guitar solos and showmanship, Berry was a major influence on subsequent rock music.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Chuck Berry?
Chuck Berry was born on and passed away on at the age of 90.
Where was Chuck Berry born?
Chuck Berry was born in St. Louis.
What movies or shows has Chuck Berry been in?
Chuck Berry has 7 credits in our database. Notable titles include Hail! Hail! Rock 'n' Roll (1987), National Lampoon's Class Reunion (1982), American Hot Wax (1978), Alice in the Cities (1974), Go, Johnny Go! (1959).
Where can I find more information about Chuck Berry?
You can find more about Chuck Berry on Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
