All the Stars We've Lost in 2022

The 1960s pop star died on April 5 at age 79 from complications from pneumonia. Rydell's marketing and event coordinator Maria Novey confirmed the news on Tuesday via a statement shared on Rydell's official Facebook page. The Philadelphia native was known for his hit song "Wild One" and also starred in the 1963 film "Bye Bye Birdie." Rydell is survived by wife Linda Hoffman, son Robert Ridarelli, daughter Jennifer Dulin, and five grandchildren.