Rick Astley (b. 1966) is an English singer who rose to fame after his 1987 song "Never Gonna Give You Up" was a No. 1 hit single in 25 countries. The song would come back into prominence as an internet meme in 2007.
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- Astley was spoofed as an Orange Gold Anything Muppet (performed by Tyler Bunch) in the online video "Sesame Street Presents the 80s," singing a parody of "Never Gonna Give You Up" as "Always Gonna Be Your Friend."