TV Shows - Roy Orbison
Sorted by online popularity, based on the Engagement Score on October 02, 2025. Roy Orbison has appeared in 1 television series with data.
#157Saturday Night Liveas Self - Musical Guest • 1 episode • #157 most popular showSaturday Night Live (SNL) is a live sketch comedy and variety show that has been a staple of American television since its debut in 1975. The show features a talented ensemble cast who perform a series of comedic sketches, musical performances, and celebrity impressions. SNL is known for its satirical commentary on current events and pop culture, often pushing the boundaries of social and political humor. With a new episode airing every Saturday night, SNL has become a cultural phenomenon and has launched the careers of numerous comedy legends.
Movies - Roy Orbison
Sorted by online popularity. Roy Orbison has appeared in 4 movies with data.
#3,668She's Having a Babyas Roy Orbison (uncredited) • #3,668 most popular movieShe's Having a Baby is a 1988 American romantic comedy film directed by John Hughes, starring Kevin Bacon and Elizabeth McGovern, that follows a young newlywed couple navigating the complexities of married life amidst parental expectations.
#6,726George Harrison: Living in the Material Worldas Self (archive footage) • #6,726 most popular movieGeorge Harrison: Living in the Material World is a 2011 documentary film co-produced and directed by Martin Scorsese, offering an in-depth exploration of the life of musician George Harrison, particularly focusing on his time with the Beatles. The documentary includes interviews with prominent figures such as Paul McCartney, Eric Clapton, Ringo Starr, and Yoko Ono.
#7,045Roadieas Roy Orbison • #7,045 most popular movieRoadie is a 1980 American musical comedy film directed by Alan Rudolph, featuring a Texas young man with a talent for electronic equipment who lands a job as a roadie for a rock-and-roll tour.
#7,603Chuck Berry: Hail! Hail! Rock 'n' Rollas Self • #7,603 most popular movieHail! Hail! Rock 'n' Roll is a documentary film that captures the essence of two 1986 concerts held in honor of Chuck Berry's 60th birthday. Directed by Taylor Hackford, the film features iconic musicians such as Keith Richards, Eric Clapton, and Linda Ronstadt joining Berry on stage.
Roy Orbison Biography
Roy Kelton Orbison (April 23, 1936 – December 6, 1988) was an American singer, songwriter, and musician. Known for his impassioned singing style and dark, emotional ballads, Orbison's music was described as operatic, earning him the nicknames 'The Caruso of Rock' and 'The Big O'. Born in Texas, Orbison began his career in a rockabilly and country-and-western band. He achieved his greatest success with Monument Records from 1960 to 1966, with 22 of his singles reaching the Billboard Top 40. Orbison wrote or co-wrote most of his own Top 10 hits, including 'Only the Lonely', 'Running Scared', 'Crying', 'In Dreams', and 'Oh, Pretty Woman'.
