Alan Freed

Known for Acting

Alan Freed's portrait

Details

Birthday: December 15, 1921

Deathday: January 20, 1965

Place of birth: Windber, Pennsylvania, USA

Biography

Albert James "Alan" Freed (December 15, 1921 – January 20, 1965) was an American disc jockey. He also produced and promoted large traveling concerts with various acts, helping to spread the importance of rock and roll music throughout North America.