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52 years (deceased) . Vernon

Roy Orbison_

GRAMMY WINNER Vernon, United States

"Born — Died "

Born Vernon
Birthday
52
Lived
4
Credits
21 yrs
Career
Updated Feb 20, 2026

Details

Birthday
(Thursday)
Birthplace
Nationality
Languages
English
Spouse
Barbara Orbison (1969-1988)
Children
5 children: Alex Orbison, Roy Kelton Orbison Jr.
Education
Paxon School for Advanced Studies, University of North Texas
Zodiac Sign
♉ Taurus
Chinese Zodiac
鼠 Rat
Name Origin
English < Proto-Indo-European (*h₃rḗǵs)
Popularity
Tier A -- 122,757 Wikipedia views/month

DROPTHE_ GOSSIP

Birthday twin
Shares a birthday (April 23) with John Cena
John Cena →
Screen debut
First screen credit at age 30
Career
Career spanning 21 years (1967-1988)
Year context
Born in 1936 -- Berlin Olympics; Jesse Owens wins four gold medals; Franklin D. Roosevelt was US president
Year 1936 →
Zodiac
Year of the Rat, sign of Taurus

DROPTHE GOOD_

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Recognized
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Innovation
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Giving
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Sustainability
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Cultural Uplift
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AWARDS (2)

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Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
1998
WON
G
Grammy Awards
WON

Biography

Roy Kelton Orbison was an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist known for his distinctive and powerful voice, complex song structures, and dark, emotional ballads. Orbison's most successful periods were in the early 1960s and the late 1980s. Many of Orbison's songs conveyed vulnerability at a time when most male performers projected strength. He performed with minimal motion and in black clothes, matching his dyed black hair and dark sunglasses.

Frequently Asked Questions

How old was Roy Orbison?
Roy Orbison was born on and passed away on at the age of 52.
Where was Roy Orbison born?
Roy Orbison was born in Vernon.
What movies or shows has Roy Orbison been in?
Roy Orbison has 4 credits in our database. Notable titles include Uma Rosa com Amor (2010), She's Having a Baby (1988), Roadie (1980), The Fastest Guitar Alive (1967).
Where can I find more information about Roy Orbison?
You can find more about Roy Orbison on Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
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