Little Richard Dies: Rock ‘N Roll Pioneer Was 87
All were driven by a flamboyant, screaming and intense style that was part church revival, part sexually charged performer. His androgynous look of bouffant hair, excessive makeup, and capes at a time when many acts wore suits also stood out, influencing a generation of future performers.
His father Bud wasn’t supportive of his son’s music, accusing him of being gay and creating a miserable home life for the young man. That led to Little Richard leaving home at age 13 and moving in with a friend’s family in Macon.
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