Ray Charles

Ray Charles was a blues rock musician popular in the fifties. He was successful despite having been blind since the age of seven. He had numerous bestselling albums throughout his career, and two after his death. He also had numerous hit singles. The film Ray was based around his life. He received numerous awards and accolades, including a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Charles was a charter member of the actual Hall of Fame. He was a part of the charity supergroup USA for Africa.