Ricky Martin
Singer-songwriter and actor, 'Livin' la Vida Loca'
Born
December 24th, 1971
53 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Puerto Rico
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Born in Puerto Rico, this individual gained fame as a member of the boy band Menudo before launching a successful solo career. The debut solo album, 'Ricky Martin', released in 1999, featured the hit single 'Livin' la Vida Loca', which topped charts worldwide. He also starred in the Broadway musical 'Evita' and the television series 'American Crime Story: The Assassination of Gianni Versace'. Throughout a prolific career, this individual has earned multiple Grammy Awards and Latin Grammy Awards.
Released the hit single 'Livin' la Vida Loca'
Starred in the musical 'Evita'
Won multiple Grammy Awards
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