Died On This Date (October 8, 2011) David Hess / Hit Songwriter & Actor
themusicsover David Hess
September 19, 1936 – October 8, 2011
David Hess was a singer, songwriter and actor whose writing credits include “Come Along” (Elvis Presley), “Your Hand, Your Heart, Your Love” (Andy Williams), and “Speedy Gonzalez” (Pat Boone). Born in New York City, Hess began making records as a singer in the mid ’50s. In 1956, he released the original version of the Otis Blackwell penned “All Shook Up,” which later became a #1 hit for Presley. A year later, he signed on with Shalimar Music as a songwriter. He continued to write for Presley throughout the ’60s as well as numerous other popular acts. Hess’ recording of “Two Brothers” became a top 10 folk hit during the late ’60s. In 1969, he went to work for Mercury Records as an A&R rep. He continued to record music well into the 2000s. As an actor, Hess was a favorite among fans of horror movies in particular. He played significant roles in such films as the original The Last House On The Left and Swamp Thing. On October 8, 2011, 69-year-old David Hess died of a heart attack, reports Spinner.
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