Twinkle
English singer-songwriter with chart hits
Born
July 15th, 1948
76 years ago
Died
May 21st, 2015
10 years ago — 66 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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Released the hit single 'Golden Lights'
Gained acclaim for 'Angel of the Morning'
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