Jerry Lee Lewis, musician
Sept. 29, 1935-
Shake, Rattle and Roll: The Founders of Rock & Roll by
Holly George-Warren, illustrated by
Laura Levine (Houghton Mifflin, 2001)
The ultimate showman, Lewis was raised in Louisiana and started playing the piano at age eight. In 1956 his career took off.
Lewis' Official Web site offers additional information. Or visit the
Rock and Roll Fall of Fame to read more about this 1986 inductee.