Eric Hilliard "Ricky" Nelson (May 8, 1940 – December 31, 1985) was an American musician and actor. From age eight, he starred alongside his family in the radio and television series The …

Ricky Nelson was born on May 8, 1940 in Teaneck, New Jersey, USA as Eric Hilliard Nelson. He was an actor, known for The Adventures of Ozzie & Harriet (1952) and Rio Bravo (1959).

Dec 22, 2025 · When 1950s Teen Idol Ricky Nelson Died in a Fiery Plane Crash, Rumors Swirled That Cocaine Was to Blame. Now, His Family Is Speaking Out (Exclusive) The musician and …

Jun 3, 2025 · Ricky Nelson was a child star turned teen idol who was on the comeback trail when tragedy struck.

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American pop singer Ricky Nelson died during the crash-landing of his band's aircraft on December 31, 1985. The plane, a Douglas DC-3, was brought down mid-flight outside De …

Eric Hilliard Nelson (May 8, 1940 – December 31, 1985), known professionally as Ricky Nelson until his 21st birthday when he officially dropped the "y" and simply became Rick Nelson, was …

Ricky Nelson was born on May 8, 1940 in Teaneck, New Jersey, USA as Eric Hilliard Nelson. He was an actor, known for The Adventures of Ozzie & Harriet (1952) and Rio Bravo (1959). He …

5 days ago · Rick Nelson, American singer and actor, one of rock music’s first teen idols. Nelson gained fame on his parents’ television series, The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, which …

6 days ago · Ricky Nelson’s sons share new details about the plane crash that took his life and clear up long-standing rumors.