Russell Watson
English tenor and actor
Born
November 24th, 1966
58 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in England, a tenor and actor gained prominence in classical crossover music. Achieved significant recognition in the late 1990s and early 2000s with a series of successful albums. Performed at prestigious venues and events, including the Royal Variety Performance and the 2002 FIFA World Cup. Expanded career into acting, including appearances in television and theater productions.
Released albums like 'The Voice' and 'Reprise'
Performed at the Royal Variety Performance
Sang at the 2002 FIFA World Cup
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