Age, Biography and Wiki
Leon Hughes (Leon Hughes Snr.) was born on 6 May, 1932 in Dallas, Texas, U.S., is an American musician (1930–2023). Discover Leon Hughes's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 90 years old?
| Popular As |
Leon Hughes Snr. |
| Occupation |
Singer |
| Age |
90 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Taurus |
| Born |
6 May 1932 |
| Birthday |
6 May |
| Birthplace |
Dallas, Texas, U.S. |
| Date of death |
1 March, 2023 |
| Died Place |
Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Nationality |
United States
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Leon Hughes Height, Weight & Measurements
At 90 years old, Leon Hughes height not available right now. We will update Leon Hughes's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
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Dating & Relationship status
He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.
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Leon Hughes Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Leon Hughes worth at the age of 90 years old? Leon Hughes’s income source is mostly from being a successful Singer. He is from United States. We have estimated Leon Hughes's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
| Cars |
Not Available |
| Source of Income |
Singer |
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Timeline
Leon Hughes Sr. (May 6, 1930 – March 1, 2023) was an American rhythm and blues singer.
He was the last surviving original member of The Coasters.
Leon was an original member of the Lamplighters during 1952–53 (together with Mathew Nelson and Willie Ray Rockwell).
Hughes left the Lamplighters before they recorded with new lead Al Frazier.
Before joining The Coasters, Leon had been a member of doo wop groups The Hollywood Flames.
In 1956, he recorded with The Celebritys which included his brother Elder O'Neal.
That same year, he also recorded on his own label Leoneal Records with The Signals which included his sister Shirley Hughes and brothers Elder O'Neal and Bernard McCants.
Leon also recorded a single as "Leoneal and Janet" (backup vocals by The Signals).
The group's national debut happened in 1957, when the group appeared on NBC-TV's The Tonight Show.
Both of these hits were National Top 10 Hits and the Top R&B Hits of 1957.
He also appeared on Dick Clark's popular new national show American Bandstand.
He had been working at a car wash when Bobby Nunn had recommended him as second tenor for The Coasters.
Leon's career with the Original Coasters can be seen on the group's timeline at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Museum.
Leon's career has given him opportunities to travel the world & to appear at many prominent venues.
Some of them include the Famous Apollo Theatre, The Historic Howard Theatre, The Kennedy Center, Carnegie Hall, Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall and Disneyland.
He has appeared with legendary artists of the Rock and Roll Era.
Some of these artists include: Chuck Berry, Little Richard, The Platters, The Drifters, Bill Haley and the Comets, The Shirelles and many more.
The Coasters legendary recordings continue to entertain millions worldwide.
Many of their songs are featured in the popular award-winning music revue Smokey Joe's Cafe.
Their hits are also featured in major motion pictures such as Home Alone and recently in the soundtrack of Quentin Tarantino's Death Proof.
He recorded with the original group line-up until 1958.
His tenor voice is heard on many of the group's hits, including "Down in Mexico", "Searchin", and "Young Blood".
After leaving The Coasters, he teamed with Bobby Nunn to record as The Dukes in 1959 for Flip Records.
"Looking For You" b/w "Groceries, Sir" (Flip #343), and "I Love You"
b/w "Leap Year Cha Cha" (Flip #344) were the singles released.
In the 1970s, he recorded with several Coasters groups.
In 1975, he recorded with "The Coasters Two Plus Two" for Chelan Records.
The record "Searchin' 75" b/w "Young Blood" stated that these recordings were from the album called "Reunion."
In 1976, he recorded an album with "The World Famous Coasters" which included Will "Dub" Jones.
This album was released on American International Records (In Europe on DJM).
He received the Rhythm and Blues Pioneer Award in 1994.
With Carl Gardner's death on June 12, 2011, Leon Hughes was the last surviving member of the original Coasters.
Leon has received numerous accolades for his 67 years in entertainment.
In 2014, Leon Hughes was honored and inducted into the Doo Wop Music Hall Of Fame in Hollywood California.
Leon was given a Recognition of his over 60 years in entertainment by The Mayor of Los Angeles, Eric Garcetti.
In addition, he was also given a Certificate of Recognition for his outstanding contributions in entertainment from the U. S. Congress.
This honor was presented to him by U.S. Congress Representative Maxine Waters (D, CA.) at the Doo Wop Music Hall Of Fame event on April 6, 2014.
Hughes died at his home in Watts, Los Angeles, on March 1, 2023, at the age of 92.
