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Charles Weedon Westover (December 30, 1934 – February 8, 1990), known professionally as Del Shannon, was an American musician, singer, and songwriter, best known for his 1961 number-one Billboard hit "Runaway", which was covered later by various major artists, including Elvis Presley and the Traveling Wilburys. In 1999, he was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. In addition to his music career, he had minor acting roles. == Biography == Shannon was born Charles Weedon Westover... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Del Shannon first charted in 1961 with Runaway.The artist placed 18 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 4 of which reached the Top‑10, including 1 number‑one.The artist scored 14 UK Top‑75 entries, including 7 Top‑10 placements, including 1 number‑one.On US AC the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.On US Country the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.On US Dance the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.On US RnB the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.