Actor
Born May 13, 1941 · Los Angeles, California, USA
Active 1959–1959 · Awards: Grammy Hall of Fame, star on Hollywood Walk of Fame, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Latin Grammy Hall of Fame
Richard Steven Valenzuela (May 13, 1941 – February 3, 1959), known professionally as Ritchie Valens, was an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist.