RIP Bobby Rydell

[LadySkinsFan]

Bobby Rydell, the epitome of the early ’60s “teen idol,” who parlayed that fame into a starring role opposite Ann-Margret in the 1963 film “Bye Bye Birdie,” died today at age 79. The cause of death was pneumonia.

 

His death just days away from his 80th birthday was confirmed by radio legend Jerry Blavat, Rydell’s longtime friend from the singer’s South Philadelphia stomping grounds. “Out of all the kids” from that era, Blavat said, “he had the best pipes and was the greatest entertainer. He told the best stories, did the best impersonations and was the nicest guy.”

[d0ublestr0ker0ll]

I grew up going to Wildwood for 2 days every summer.  We'd get in the motel and immediately play "Wildwood Days".

 

Then we'd hit Ocean City for 7 days and run up to Atlantic City for 1 night.

 

Wildwood is the most bumpin' boardwalk, by far.

 

RIP.