Robert Louis Ridarelli (April 26, 1942 – April 5, 2022), known by the stage name Bobby Rydell, was an American singer and actor who mainly performed rock and roll and traditional pop music. In the early 1960s he was considered a teen idol. His most well-known songs include “Wild One” and “Volare” (cover); in 1963 he appeared in the musical film Bye Bye Birdie.[1]

In the 1980s, he joined a trio called the Golden Boys with fellow former teen idols Frankie Avalon and Fabian Forte. He continued to tour up until his death.