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 ...

Early teen idol Bobby Rydell – known for the ‘50s and ‘60s hits including “Volare,” “Wild One” and “We Got Love” – died at the age of 79 in his native Philadelphia, a spokesperson confirmed. He scored ...

Rydell and fellow wholesome heartthrobs of the day James Darren, Fabian and Frankie Avalon shot to stardom between the debut of Elvis Pressley and the full onslaught of Beatlemania. I am absolutely ...

Bobby Rydell, a 1950s teen idol who starred in the hit musical film "Bye Bye Birdie," has died. He was 79. According to a statement shared on Rydell's verified Facebook page, the crooner died from ...

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Bobby Rydell, a pompadoured heartthrob of early rock 'n roll who was a native of Philadelphia, died Tuesday. Rydell died of complications from pneumonia at Abington Jefferson ...

Wildwood will celebrate the musical legacy of the late Bobby Rydell with a new statue of the beloved singer, his family announced Friday. Rydell, who grew up in South Philadelphia, is best-known for ...

immortalized on a south Philly mural with the likes of other do op legends, the music world mourning the loss of bobby Rydell. His song Wildwood Days would live on to be a legendary Jersey Shore ...

Former teen idol Bobby Rydell, known for songs including "Forget Him," "Wildwood Days," "Volare" and "Wild One," has died, according to multiple reports out of Philadelphia. He was 79. CNN said it ...