Date of Birth: August 10, 1940
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Date of Death: November 5, 2003
Biography
Robert Lee “Bobby” Hatfield was an American musician, best known as one half of the musical duo The Righteous Brothers. Born on August 10, 1940, in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, Hatfield grew up in Anaheim, California. He attended California State University, Long Beach, where he first met his future musical partner, Bill Medley. The duo gained immense popularity in the 1960s with hits such as “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’,” “Unchained Melody,” and “(You’re My) Soul and Inspiration.” Hatfield’s tenor voice, combined with Medley’s baritone, created a unique and soulful sound that resonated with audiences worldwide. Bobby Hatfield continued to perform and tour with The Righteous Brothers until his untimely death on November 5, 2003. His contributions to music have left a lasting legacy, and he was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2003.
5 Interesting Facts about Bobby Hatfield
1. Bobby Hatfield’s version of “Unchained Melody” was used in the 1990 film “Ghost,” which led to a resurgence in the song’s popularity.
2. He was initially a baseball player and had aspirations of going professional before committing to a career in music.
3. The Righteous Brothers were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2003, the same year Hatfield passed away.
4. Hatfield’s rendition of “Unchained Melody” is considered one of the greatest vocal performances in pop music history.
5. He was known for his incredible vocal range, which spanned from a low tenor to a high falsetto.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Bobby Hatfield
1. “Soul and inspiration are what I bring to the table.”
2. “Music has the power to bring people together like nothing else.”
3. “Our voices were our instruments, and we played them with all our hearts.”
4. “Every performance is a chance to connect with the audience on a deeper level.”
5. “The magic of a great song is that it lives on forever.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Bobby Hatfield’s net worth was estimated to be around $5 million.
Children
Bobby Hatfield had two children, a son named Bobby Hatfield Jr. and a daughter named Kalin Hatfield.
Relevant Links
1. [AllMusic Biography](https://www.allmusic.com/artist/bobby-hatfield-mn0000075909/biography
2. [Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction](https://www.rockhall.com/inductees/righteous-brothers
3. [IMDb Profile](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0368746/
5. [The Righteous Brothers Official Site](http://www.righteousbrothers.com/
