Del Shannon

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". 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.

For the novelist under the pen name Dell Shannon, see Elizabeth Linington.

Del Shannon
Shannon in 1965
Background information
Birth nameCharles Weedon Westover
Born(1934-12-30)December 30, 1934
Coopersville, Michigan, U.S.
DiedFebruary 8, 1990(1990-02-08) (aged 55)
Santa Clarita, California, U.S.
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Musician
  • singer
  • songwriter
Instrument(s)Vocals, guitar
Years active1954–1989
Labels
Websitedelshannon.com
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