André Claveau
French singer and Eurovison winner
Born
1915
110 years ago
Died
July 4th, 2003
21 years ago — 88 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
France
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A prominent figure in French music, this singer gained recognition for a career that spanned several decades. Rose to fame in the 1950s with romantic ballads, becoming a leading voice in the genre. Achieved international acclaim by winning the first Eurovision Song Contest in 1956 with the song 'Dors, mon amour.' Continued to record and perform until the late 1990s, remaining a beloved artist in France. His contributions to popular music left a lasting impression on the French music scene.
Winning the first Eurovision Song Contest in 1956
Performing the song 'Dors, mon amour'
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