Andrea Bocelli

Italian tenor and classical crossover artist

Andrea Bocelli - Italian tenor and classical crossover artist
Born

September 22nd, 1958
66 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Italy

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Born in Italy, a tenor achieved worldwide recognition in classical and pop music. First gained attention in the 1990s with the release of the album 'Romanza', which featured the hit 'Con te partirò'. Has performed at prestigious venues, including the Teatro alla Scala and the Sydney Opera House. Collaborated with various artists across genres, enhancing classical music's appeal to broader audiences.

Sold over 90 million records worldwide

Performed at the 1994 Winter Olympics

Sang at multiple presidential inaugurations

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