Bobby Rydell has passed away at the age of 79.

The music legend and Philadelphia native was well-known for his hits “Wildwood Days,” “Wild One,” “Volare,” among many others. He was a teen idol for so many in the early 1960s while also appearing in the movie Bye Bye Birdie.

CBS Philly confirmed the news of Rydell’s death today (April 5). Rydell would have turned 80 later this month on April 26.

He is survived by his wife Linda Hoffman, daughter Jennifer Ridarelli, son Robert Ridarelli, and his five grandchildren.

Scroll below to see just a sample of the tributes posted so far online.

• 1.

  So sad to report that my pal, the legendary #BobbyRydell just passed away at 79 yrs. young.
  Rest In Peace, my dear friend…🙏 pic.twitter.com/rCxB91Cx91

  — Joe Piscopo (@JrzyJoePiscopo) April 5, 2022

• 2.

  Condolences to Bobby Rydell’s family and friends. The Philadelphia teen idol singer passed away today just shy of his 80th birthday 4/26. Here he is in 2015 @Philalliance Walk of Fame induction with legends @dionnewarwick @JerryBlavat and wife Diana Rydell pic.twitter.com/wcV9jYTAWC

  — PhillyChitChat (@HughE_Dillon) April 5, 2022

• 3.

  rip bobby rydell. gonna pour one out at exit 6 for you buddy

  — Nick Papagiorgio, PhD (@itsjustmike25) April 5, 2022

• 4.

  Bobby Rydell and Ann-Margret behind the scenes of Bye Bye Birdie (1963, George Sidney). pic.twitter.com/ns9ciQfIrS

  — Hollywood Yesterday✨ (@HollywoodYeste1) April 1, 2022

• 5.

  I'm so sad to hear of Bobby Rydell's passing 🥺🖤🙌 #bobbyrydell #RIP
  
  here are some photos of Bobby with his friend @TonyDanza ❤️ pic.twitter.com/a89jGxLE3M

  — tonydanza_fan_account (@TonyDanza_fan) April 5, 2022

• 6.

  RIP the great Bobby Rydell, pictured 4 mos. ago when we performed w. him in Atlantic City. He passed away just shy of his 80th birthday. He had 34 Top 40 hits including Volare & Wildwood Days, sold over 25 million records. A consummate performer & gentleman. He shall be missed. pic.twitter.com/b9DmRMZ78Z

  — Ivan Funkboy Bodley (@funkboynyc) April 5, 2022

• 7.

  https://twitter.com/RealEdShearer/status/1511447299582480385

• 8.

  RIP Bobby Rydell South Phillys own great singer and entertainer to many numerous hits to mention .

  — Gates 21 (@civello_bruce) April 5, 2022

• 9.

  Sad to hear that Bobby Rydell has died. That Bobby pop of the early 60s is often overlooked or sneered upon as light-fluff. But you won’t find many better pop hits then what is in @BobbyRydell’s back catalogue. The Philadelphia scene created some great tracks & artists. 🎸 https://t.co/kmj2Ag3f4o pic.twitter.com/chF03dPhTB

  — Custodian Enstone (@CustodianEnsto1) April 5, 2022

• 10.

  LOST A GREAT TALENT.BOBBY RYDELL. DOWN TO EARTH, GREAT GUY. R.I.P. 🙏🏻✝️😢

  — janet ferranti (@jrfladybird) April 5, 2022

• 11.

  I am absolutely heartbroken at the loss of my dear Pallie Bobby Rydell. He was an incredible entertainer and absolutely one of the funniest people I’ve ever known. Rest well Bobby. We love you, Deana Martin pic.twitter.com/SxsBZjuYDO

  — Deana Martin (@DeanaMartin_) April 5, 2022

• 12.

  Bobby Rydell was one of the biggest teen sensations in early American pop rock culture.
  
  Taking advantage of Elvis in the military he along with Frankie Avalon and Fabian made that Philadelphia sound so sweet.
  
  Here is his first big hit, Kissin’ Time. RIP pic.twitter.com/sAVguybOse

  — Danny Deraney (@DannyDeraney) April 5, 2022

• Bobby Rydell - "Wildwood Days"

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