Ricky Wilson date of birth:
March 19, 1953
How old was Ricky Wilson when died?
32
Where was Ricky Wilson born?
Athens, Georgia, United States
When did Ricky Wilson die?
October 12, 1985
Where did Ricky Wilson die?
New York City, United States
Why did Ricky Wilson die?
Hiv/aids
What is Ricky Wilson nationality?
American
What is Ricky Wilson's occupation?
Instrumentalist, musician, singer-songwriter
What genre is Ricky Wilson's work?
New wave, Post-Punk, Rock, Pop
What instruments does Ricky Wilson play?
Guitar, Bass Guitar, Keyboards
Short Biography
Ricky Helton Wilson (March 19, 1953 – October 12, 1985) was an American musician best known as the original guitarist and founding member of rock band the B-52's. Born in Athens, Georgia, Wilson was the brother of fellow member Cindy Wilson. The B-52's was founded in 1977, when Ricky, his sister Cindy, Kate Pierson, Keith Strickland and Fred Schneider shared a tropical Flaming Volcano drink at a Chinese restaurant and, after an impromptu music session at the home of their friend Owen Scott III, played for the first time at a Valentine's Day party for friends.