Dámaso Pérez Prado

Dámaso Pérez Prado

Acting
Born
December 11, 1916 in Matanzas, Cuba
Died
September 14, 1989
Age
Died at age 72

Biography

Dámaso Pérez Prado (December 11, 1916 – September 14, 1989) was a Cuban bandleader, singer, organist, pianist and composer, who also made brief appearances in films. He is often referred to as the King of the Mambo.He became known and professionally billed as Pérez Prado, his paternal and maternal surnames respectively.

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