Thomas Wayne, the American rockabilly and rock and roll singer, was 31 years old when he died.
Born on July 22, 1940, in Batesville, Mississippi, Thomas Wayne Perkins, known professionally as Thomas Wayne, made notable contributions to music genres including rockabilly, rock and roll, R&B, and pop during his active years from 1958 to 1964.
His life and career details are summarized below:
Detail | Information |
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Full Name | Thomas Wayne Perkins |
Born | July 22, 1940 |
Birthplace | Batesville, Mississippi, U.S. |
Died | August 15, 1971 |
Deathplace | Memphis, Tennessee, U.S. |
Age at Death | 31 years old |
Genres | Rockabilly, Rock and Roll, R&B, Pop |
Years Active | 1958–1964 |
Thomas Wayne's career, though relatively short, saw him leave a mark with his unique sound before his untimely passing in Memphis, Tennessee.