Del Shannon

Del Shannon Del Shannon American musician (1934–1990) For the novelist under the pen name Dell Shannon, see Elizabeth Linington. Charles Weedon Westover (December 30, 1934 – February 8, 1990), better known by his stage name Del Shannon, was an American musician, singer, and songwriter, best known for his 1961 number-one Billboard hit "Runaway", which was covered later by various major artists, including Elvis Presley and the Traveling Wilburys. In 1999, he was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. In addition to his music career, he had minor acting roles. Quick facts Background information, Birth name ... Del Shannon Shannon in 1965 Background information Birth name Charles Weedon Westover Born (1934-12-30)December 30, 1934 Coopersville, Michigan, U.S. Died…

GENRES: Rock & Roll, Male Vocalist

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