Olga Tañón

Puerto Rican singer-songwriter and performer

Olga Tañón - Puerto Rican singer-songwriter and performer
Born

April 13th, 1967
58 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Puerto Rico

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Born in Puerto Rico, an accomplished singer-songwriter gained popularity in the Latin music genre. Tañón's career began in the late 1980s, and she became a prominent figure in merengue and salsa music. She released numerous albums, with several achieving gold and platinum status. Tañón has won multiple Latin Grammy Awards, highlighting her contributions to Latin music, and has sold millions of records worldwide. Her energetic performances have captivated audiences, making her a staple in Latin music festivals and concerts.

Won multiple Latin Grammy Awards

Sold millions of records worldwide

Released popular albums like 'Siente el Amor'

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