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Lucho Gatica
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Luis Enrique Gatica Silva (11 August 1928 – 13 November 2018), better known as Lucho Gatica was a Chilean-born Mexican bolero singer, film actor, and television host known as "the King of Bolero". He is widely considered one of the greatest and most influential exponents of the bolero and one of the most popular of all time worldwide. It is estimated that Gatica released more than 90 recordings. He toured across the world, performing in Europe, the Middle East and Asia. He was the uncle of the record producer Humberto Gatica.

Quick facts about Lucho Gatica

  • Full name: Lucho Gatica
  • Born: 1928-08-11
  • Nationality: Chile
  • Known as: Musician
  • Wikidata ID: Q954681

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Who is Lucho Gatica?

Luis Enrique Gatica Silva (11 August 1928 – 13 November 2018), better known as Lucho Gatica was a Chilean-born Mexican bolero singer, film actor, and television host known as "the King of Bolero".

What nationality is Lucho Gatica?

Lucho Gatica is Chile.

When was Lucho Gatica born?

Lucho Gatica was born on 1928-08-11.

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