María Elena Holly (born December 20, 1932) is the widow of rock and roll pioneer Buddy Holly. She owns the rights to his name, image, trademarks, and other intellectual property. Holly was born María Elena Santiago in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Her mother died when María Elena was a child. In 1953 her father sent her to live with her aunt (Provi Garcia) in New York City. Santiago worked as a receptionist for music publisher Peermusic. In early 1958, she met Buddy Holly, who asked her out. Santiago had never been out on a date and told Holly he would have to ask her aunt for permission. Holly promptly got her aunts permission. Five hours into their first date, Buddy handed a rose to Maria and asked her to marry him.
Posted on: Mon, 08 Dec 2014 02:17:41 +0000
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