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Richard Hell

Oct 02, 1949 (75 years old) in Lexington, Kentucky

Richard Lester Meyers, better known by his stage name Richard Hell, is an American singer, songwriter, bass guitarist and writer. Richard Hell was an innovator of punk music and fashion. He was one of the first to spike his hair and wear torn, cut and drawn-on shirts, often held together with safety pins.

Known For

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Desperately Seeking Susan
Bruce Meeker
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You Don't Know Ivan Julian
Self
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Smithereens
Eric
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Gang of Souls: A Generation of Beat Poets
Self
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Ramones: We're Outta Here!
Himself
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Burning Down the House: The Story of CBGB
Self
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What About Me
Paul
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The History of Rock 'n' Roll
Self
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Llik Your Idols
Himself
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The Blank Generation
Self

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