American singer-songwriter Roy Orbison was born on April 23, 1936, and died on December 6, 1988. The majority of Roy Orbison’s life has been spent in Hendersonville.
The American singer’s full name is Roy Kelton Orbison. The successful songs Roy Orbison sang include “Oh Pretty Woman,” “You Got It,” and “End of the Love.”
Roy Orbison’s Wife
Roy Orbison was married to Claudette Frady, who happens to be his first wife. Claudette Frady was involved in a tragic accident in 1966 a year after Roy and Frady reconciled from their first divorce.
Barbara Orbison was the second wife of the American singer, Roy Orbison. Barbara Orbison was Roy’s wife at his time of passing.
Roy Orbison’s Children
Through his two marriages, Roy Orbison was fortunate to have 5 sons. The children Roy Orbison gave birth to are Roy Orbison Jr, Wesley Orbison, Alex Orbison, Anthony King Orbison, and Roy Dewayne Orbison. In a Hendersonville house fire, Roy Dewayne and Anthony King Orbison perished.
Roy Orbison’s Parents
Orbie Lee Orbison and his wife Nadine Shultz are the parents of Roy Orbison. Orbie Lee Orbison was the father of the American singer, he was an oil well driller and car & aeroplane mechanic in Texas.
Roy Orbison’s Siblings
Roy Orbison was the only child of his parents. He has no siblings.