Elvin Richard Bishop is an American musician best known for playing Lead Artist for the song Fooled Around and Fell in Love.
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Best Known For:The song Fooled Around and Fell in Love
Breakthrough:Success of the single Fooled Around and Fell in Love in 1976
10 Quick Facts About Elvin Richard Bishop
- Full Name: Elvin Richard Bishop
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Entertainer
- Known For: The song Fooled Around and Fell in Love
- Current Role: Musician
- Date of Birth: October 21, 1942
- Age: 83 years old
- Place of Birth: Glendale, California
- Marital Status: Married
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M
Elvin Richard Bishop Age
Elvin Richard Bishop is about 84 years old as of 2026. Elvin Richard Bishop was born in 1942.
Education
He attended University of Chicago, where he studied Physics.
- University of Chicago
- Field of Study: Physics
- Period: 1960
Career & Work
Elvin Richard Bishop's career includes acting and entertainment roles with Paul Butterfield Blues Band.
Organization: Paul Butterfield Blues Band
Role: Guitarist
Period: 1963–1968
Rise to Fame
Elvin Richard Bishop rose to prominence for his role for the song Fooled Around and Fell in Love.
Notable Works
- Work: Fooled Around and Fell in Love (Lead Artist, 1976)
Awards & Achievements
- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee — Rock and Roll Hall of Fame — Paul Butterfield Blues Band
Personal Information
- Full Name: Elvin Richard Bishop
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Entertainer
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: October 21, 1942
- Age: 83
- Birthday: October 21
- Zodiac Sign: Libra
- Place of Birth: Glendale, California
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Business
Online Presence
- Website:http://www.elvinbishop.com
