Rick (Eric Hilliard) Nelson was an American musician and actor. He starred alongside his family in the radio and television series The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet. Rick had a long and successful career as a successful recording artist. On December 31, 1985, Rick Nelson died when his Douglas DC3 aircraft crashed outside De Kalb, Texas. Seven people were killed in the crash. This video tour discusses Rick's career, his final days and the crash.