Donald McLean, Jr. (born October 2, 1945, New Rochelle, New York) is an American singer-songwriter. He is most famous for his 1971 album American Pie, containing the renowned songs "American Pie" and "Vincent".
The McLean clan traces its roots to the Isle of Mull in the Scottish Hebrides. Both Don’s grandfather and father were named Donald McLean which sometimes led to confusion as Don was also christened Donald McLean. The Buccis, the family of McLean’s mother, Elizabeth, came from Abruzzi in central Italy. They left Italy and settled in Port Chester, N.Y. at the end of the 19th century. He has other extended family in Los Angeles and Boston.
