Blondie Chaplin: Biography, Facts and Career
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Terrence William "Blondie" Chaplin (born 7 July 1951) is a South African singer and guitarist from Durban, where he played in the band the Flames in the mid to late 1960s. From 1972 to 1973, he was a member of the Beach Boys and contributed to their albums Carl and the Passions – "So Tough" (1972) and Holland (1973). During his stint with the Beach Boys, he sang the lead on the popular song, "Sail On Sailor". Chaplin was a long-term backing vocalist, percussionist, and acoustic rhythm guitarist for the Rolling Stones on their recordings and tours over a 15-year period, starting in 1997. Chaplin has released two solo albums, Blondie Chaplin (1977) and Between Us (2006).
Quick facts about Blondie Chaplin
- Full name: Blondie Chaplin
- Born: 1951-07-07
- Nationality: South Africa
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q388729
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Who is Blondie Chaplin?
Terrence William "Blondie" Chaplin (born 7 July 1951) is a South African singer and guitarist from Durban, where he played in the band the Flames in the mid to late 1960s.
What nationality is Blondie Chaplin?
Blondie Chaplin is South Africa.
When was Blondie Chaplin born?
Blondie Chaplin was born on 1951-07-07.



