Buddy Guy
| Born | July 30, 1936 |
| Hometown | Lettsworth, Louisiana, United States |
| Height | 5'10" (1.78m) |
| Spouse | Jennifer, Joan |
| Children | Shawnna |
| Parents | Sam Guy, Isabell Guy |
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