Robert Charlebois
Canadian singer-songwriter and actor
Born
June 25th, 1944
80 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Canada
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Born in 1944, this individual gained prominence in the Canadian music scene as a singer-songwriter and guitarist. The work produced includes contributions to French-Canadian music, blending various musical styles such as rock, jazz, and folk. This person also ventured into acting, participating in stage productions and films, further showcasing creative versatility.
Released the successful album 'L'Osstidcho'
Performed in the musical 'Starmania'
Won the Félix Award for Best Male Artist
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