Richard Thompson

Originally from the Washington, D.C. area, I have been living in Florida for the past three years. My passion for music led me to study at Marshall University in Huntington, WV, before furthering my skills through Navy technical school.

I proudly served 20 years in the U.S. Navy, with 12 years as a musician in the Navy Bands and 8 years as an aviation maintenance technician. During my career, I had the incredible opportunity to open for legendary entertainers, including Wolfman Jack, The Drifters, The Floaters, The J. Geils Band, Peter Frampton, and David Allan Coe.

Since joining OSDIA in 1995 in Key West, FL, I have remained active in the Italian-American community. Though I speak a little Italian, my appreciation for the culture runs deep, as my family has roots in Italy.

Now self-employed, I continue to work part-time as a musician and entertainer, while exploring new career opportunities beyond music. In my free time, I enjoy socializing with friends and engaging in entertainment-related activities.