Big Bopper

J.P. 'The Big Bopper' Richardson died in a plane crash in February of 1959, along with Buddy Holly and Richie Valens.  It's one of the most famous and tragic accidents in music history, and has come to be known as 'the day the music died'.  The photo here shows Richardson's casket just before burial.

Today marks 52 years since the death of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and JP 'The Big Bopper Richardson'.  The plane crash that took their lives happened in the early morning hours after a February 2nd performance in Clear Lake, Iowa. There have been countless tributes, stories, remembrances and vigils over the years...