Sir Thomas Hicks OBE AKA Tommy Steele The full story in Kenny Denton's memoir "There Ain't No Rules In Rock n Roll"

Thomas Hicks, professionally recognised as Tommy Steele, was an English entertainer celebrated as Britain's inaugural teenage heartthrob and pioneer of rock 'n' roll. Born in Bermondsey, London, he was the child of Thomas Walter Hicks and Elizabeth Ellen Bennett, who were married in Bermondsey in 1933.

Tommy Steele came to prominence when a freelance photographer named John Kennedy spotted his potential as Britain's answer to Elvis Presley. In just six weeks, Steele ascended to top billing in numerous variety shows. Following his discovery at the 2i’s Coffee Bar, he swiftly delivered a string of chart topping singles, including, “Rock with the Caveman” and “Singing the Blues”. During his early ...