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Lot #531
Frankie Lymon

Rare photo of The Teenagers’ young lead singer

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Rare photo of The Teenagers’ young lead singer

Boy soprano lead singer (1942–1968) of The Teenagers, best known for their hit single ‘Why Do Fools Fall in Love.’ After unsuccessfully pursuing a solo career, he tragically died of a heroin overdose at age 25. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of The Teenagers, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Petter [sic], Frank Lymon.” Overall surface bends and creases, otherwise fine condition. Signed photos of the troubled singer are quite uncommon. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Marvels of Modern Music Auction
  • Dates: #425 - Ended March 20, 2014





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