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Published Mar 23, 2026
1947 - 2000
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Relationship Statistics
| Type | Total | Longest | Average | Shortest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Married | 1 | - | - | - |
| Engaged | 1 | 8 years | - | - |
| Dating | 1 | - | - | - |
| Encounter | 1 | - | - | - |
| Total | 4 | 8 years | 2 years | - |
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| First Name | Ben |
| Last Name | Orr |
| Full Name at Birth | Benjamin Orzechowski |
| Alternative Name | Benjamin Orr |
| Birthday | 8th September, 1947 |
| Birthplace | Lakewood, Ohio, USA |
| Died | 3rd October, 2000 |
| Place of Death | Atlanta, Georgia, USA |
| Cause of Death | Cancer - Pancreatic |
| Height | 5' 10" (178 cm) |
| Build | Average |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Brown - Light |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
| Sexuality | Straight |
| Religion | Atheist |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Nationality | American |
| High School | Valley Forge High School, Parma Heights, OH |
| Occupation Text | Musician |
| Occupation | Musician |
| Claim to Fame | The Cars Co-lead vocalist and bass player. |
| Music Genre (Text) | Rock, New Wave |
| Year(s) Active | 1965–2000 |
| Instrument (text) | Bass, Guitar, Vocals, Keyboards, Piano, Bass guitar |
| Record Label | Elektra/Asylum, Elektra |
| Associated Acts | The Cars, Voices of Classic Rock, Big People |
| Official Websites | |
| Father | Charles Orzechowski (Deceased 1971) |
| Mother | Betty Orzechowski (Deceased 2001) |
| Brother | Chuck Orzechowski (Deceased 1/2 brother) |
| Pets | Buck (Dog), Babe (Dog), Curry (Dog), Mooskie (Cat) |
| Favorite Movies | Deer Hunter |
| Favorite TV Shows | Married With Children, Three Stooges |
| Favorite Places | Portabello Swap Meet Uk |
| Favorite Foods | Sushi, Szechwan-style cooking (Which Ben was a master at cooking) |
Benjamin Orzechowski (September 8, 1947 – October 4, 2000), known professionally as Benjamin Orr, was an American musician best known as the bassist, co-founder, and co-lead vocalist of the rock band the Cars. He sang lead vocals on several of their best known songs, including "Just What I Needed", "Let's Go" and "Drive". He also scored a moderate solo hit with "Stay the Night."
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