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Lucho Gatica

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Lucho Gatica

Birth
Rancagua, Provincia de Cachapoal, Libertador General Bernardo O'Higgins, Chile
Death
13 Nov 2018 (aged 90)
Ciudad de México, Mexico
Burial
Miguel Hidalgo, Miguel Hidalgo Borough, Ciudad de México, Mexico Add to Map
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Singer, Actor. Born Luis Enrique Gatica Silva, he was widely recognized for his smooth and romantic vocal style, earning him the title of "The King of Bolero." Lucho Gatica began his musical career in the 1950s and quickly gained popularity throughout Latin America. He gained international recognition for his romantic ballads and boleros, which captivated audiences with his distinctive voice and emotional delivery. Some of his most popular songs include "La Barca," "Contigo en la Distancia," and "Sabor a Mí." Gatica's success extended beyond Latin America, and he became a beloved figure in the Spanish-speaking world and beyond. He recorded numerous albums and performed in many countries, including the United States, Europe, and Asia. His music showcased his versatile vocal abilities, allowing him to excel in various genres such as bolero, tango, and even pop music. Throughout his career, Lucho Gatica received numerous accolades and honors, including several Latin Grammy nominations. Gatica was inducted into the International Latin Music Hall of Fame, and Latin Grammy Hall of Fame, and also received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Singer, Actor. Born Luis Enrique Gatica Silva, he was widely recognized for his smooth and romantic vocal style, earning him the title of "The King of Bolero." Lucho Gatica began his musical career in the 1950s and quickly gained popularity throughout Latin America. He gained international recognition for his romantic ballads and boleros, which captivated audiences with his distinctive voice and emotional delivery. Some of his most popular songs include "La Barca," "Contigo en la Distancia," and "Sabor a Mí." Gatica's success extended beyond Latin America, and he became a beloved figure in the Spanish-speaking world and beyond. He recorded numerous albums and performed in many countries, including the United States, Europe, and Asia. His music showcased his versatile vocal abilities, allowing him to excel in various genres such as bolero, tango, and even pop music. Throughout his career, Lucho Gatica received numerous accolades and honors, including several Latin Grammy nominations. Gatica was inducted into the International Latin Music Hall of Fame, and Latin Grammy Hall of Fame, and also received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.


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  • Maintained by: John Meyer
  • Originally Created by: Alex
  • Added: Nov 16, 2018
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  • Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/194771115/lucho-gatica: accessed ), memorial page for Lucho Gatica (11 Aug 1928–13 Nov 2018), Find a Grave Memorial ID 194771115, citing Panteón Francés de San Joaquín, Miguel Hidalgo, Miguel Hidalgo Borough, Ciudad de México, Mexico; Maintained by John Meyer (contributor 49491971).