Ritchie Valens, born Ricardo Esteban Valenzuela Reyes on May 13, 1941, in the United States, was a pioneering figure in Mexican-American rock and roll. Known for blending traditional Latin music with rock, he gained fame with hits like "La Bamba" and "Donna". His career, though tragically cut short by a plane crash on February 3, 1959, left an indelible mark on the genre. Ritchie Valens is celebrated for his role in shaping the early rock and roll movement and bringing Mexican-American culture into mainstream music.

• Genres: Рок-н-ролл, Поп, Иностранный рок
• Country: USA
• Language: English, Spanish