What is Levon Helm's middle name?
Lavon
What is Levon Helm's full name?
Mark Lavon Helm
Levon Helm nickname(s):
Levon Helm
Levon Helm date of birth:
May 26, 1940
How old was Levon Helm when died?
71
Where was Levon Helm born?
Marvell, Arkansas, USA
When did Levon Helm die?
April 19, 2012
Where did Levon Helm die?
New York City, New York, USA
Why did Levon Helm die?
Throat Cancer
How tall is Levon Helm?
5' 8" (173 cm)
Levon Helm body shape:
Slim
What color are Levon Helm's eyes?
Blue
What color is Levon Helm's hair?
Grey
Is Levon Helm gay or straight?
Straight
What is Levon Helm's ethnicity?
White
What is Levon Helm nationality?
American
What is Levon Helm's occupation?
Actor, Guitarist
Levon Helm claim to fame:
Elected to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (as a member of the Band) in 1994
What genre is Levon Helm's work?
Rock and roll, rhythm and blues, rock, blues, country, folk, roots rock
What instruments does Levon Helm play?
Vocals, drums, percussions, mandolin, guitar, bass, harmonica, banjo, violin
Who is Levon Helm's father?
Diamond Helm
Who is Levon Helm's mother?
Nell Helm
Short Biography
Mark Lavon "Levon" Helm (May 26, 1940 – April 19, 2012) was an American rock 'n' roller, Americana musician, and actor who achieved fame as the drummer and regular lead vocalist for The Band. Helm was known for his deeply soulful, country-accented voice, multi-instrumental ability, and creative drumming style highlighted on many of The Band's recordings, such as "The Weight", "Up on Cripple Creek", and "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down".