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María de los Ángeles Felisa Santamaría Espinosa (born 2 August 1947), known professionally as Massiel (pronounced [maˈsjel]), is a Spanish pop and protest singer. She won the Eurovision Song Contest 1968 with the song "La, la, la", being the first performer from Spain to ever win the contest. She released her first recordings in 1966. She decided to abandon her music career in 1996, but released another album a year later and a further one in 2007, along with two new editions of 1970s albums.

Quick facts about Massiel

  • Full name: Massiel
  • Born: 1947-08-02
  • Nationality: Spain
  • Known as: Musician
  • Wikidata ID: Q230544

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Massiel?

María de los Ángeles Felisa Santamaría Espinosa (born 2 August 1947), known professionally as Massiel (pronounced [maˈsjel]), is a Spanish pop and protest singer.

What nationality is Massiel?

Massiel is Spain.

When was Massiel born?

Massiel was born on 1947-08-02.

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