Stevie Ray Vaughan

Guitarist

Birthday October 3, 1954

Birth Sign Libra

Birthplace Dallas, TX

DEATH DATE Aug 27, 1990 (35)

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About

Texas blues guitar legend known for being the leader and co-founder of the band Double Trouble as well as for his solo work.

Before Fame

He did not cultivate much of a social life, as he was always playing the guitar growing up. When he was seventeen, he dropped out of high school to pursue a career in music.

Trivia

He was inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame in 2000.

Family Life

He married Lenora "Lenny" Bailey on December 20, 1979 and they divorced in 1988.

Associated With

He was influenced by the work of blues artists like Muddy Waters.

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Stevie Ray Vaughan Highlights
Stevie Ray Vaughan Highlights