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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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1930

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 Hughes was an original member of The Coasters (Bobby Nunn, Carl Gardner, and Billy Guy).

1952

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.

1956

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).

1957

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.

He was replaced after 1957 by Cornell Gunter.

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.

1958

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".

1959

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.

1970

In the 1970s, he recorded with several Coasters groups.

1975

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."

1976

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).

1994

He received the Rhythm and Blues Pioneer Award in 1994.

2011

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.

2014

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.