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Musician
Bo Diddley
American guitarist (1928 to 2008)
Bo Diddley was born on December 30, 1928 and died on June 2, 2008, aged 79.
- Born
- December 30, 1928, Magnolia
- Died
- June 2, 2008
- Zodiac sign
- Capricorn
- Country
- United States
- Known as
- Musician
Official links: Official website (bodiddley.com) · Instagram · X · Wikipedia
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Bo’s birthday, by the numbers
- Bo Diddley was born on a Sunday.
- Bo Diddley would have turned 98 in 2026.
- Half birthday: June 30. Birthstone: Turquoise, tanzanite and zircon.
- Bo Diddley belongs to Born before 1946, the stars born before the Baby Boom.
Age gaps
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Frequently asked questions
When was Bo Diddley born?
Bo Diddley was born on December 30, 1928 and died on June 2, 2008, aged 79.
What is Bo Diddley’s zodiac sign?
Capricorn, born December 30.
Does Bo Diddley have an official website?
Yes: bodiddley.com.