Ronnie James Dio
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Born
Ronald James Padavona was born on July 10, 1942, in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
Career Beginnings
Dio's music career began in 1957 with the Vegas Kings, later known as Ronnie and the Rumblers.
Marriage to Loretta Berardi
Dio was married to Loretta Berardi from 1963 to 1973.
Divorce from Loretta Berardi
Dio was married to Loretta Berardi from 1963 to 1973.
Joins Rainbow
Ritchie Blackmore invited most of Elf to join his project, Rainbow.
Rising
Dio's work with Rainbow on the album *Rising*.
On Stage
Dio's work with Rainbow on the album *On Stage*.
Long Live Rock 'n' Roll
Dio's work with Rainbow on the album *Long Live Rock 'n' Roll*.
Marriage to Wendy Walters
Dio married Wendy Walters in 1978.
Joins Black Sabbath
Dio joined Black Sabbath in 1979, replacing Ozzy Osbourne.
Heaven and Hell
He recorded the album *Heaven and Hell* with Black Sabbath
Forms Heaven & Hell
Dio reunited with former Black Sabbath bandmates to form Heaven & Hell.
Live From Radio City Music Hall
Performances from their *Live From Radio City Music Hall* show.
Neon Nights
Recorded at the Wacken Open Air Festival in Germany in 2009.
Death
Dio died on May 16, 2010, in Houston, Texas.