Biography
Bobby Z, also credited as Bobby Rivkin or Robert B. Rivkin, is an American drummer and actor. Born Robert B. Rivkin on 9 January 1956 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, he joined Prince's band The Revolution in 1978 and remained until 1986.
He is credited as Bobby in the 1984 film Purple Rain, in which he also contributed uncredited drums and percussion. Rivkin has appeared in other Prince-related releases including music videos and live performances. He is the brother of producer and engineer David Z and film editor Stephen E. Rivkin, and is married to Vicki.
