Singer, Actor. He gained stardom as a Spanish singer and actor. Born Manuel García Escobar in a family with ten children, he began his career creating a group with his brothers. During his 50+ years career, he sold more than 80 million recordings, with hits like "Y Que Viva España," "Porompompero," "Mi Carro" and many others. His best-selling album was "Y viva España", which sold 6 million copies. He also participated in more than 15 movies. He learned music from a homeless misplaced person of the Spanish Civil War. He eventually owned his own recording company. He was married for over 50 years and died from the complications of colon cancer.
Singer, Actor. He gained stardom as a Spanish singer and actor. Born Manuel García Escobar in a family with ten children, he began his career creating a group with his brothers. During his 50+ years career, he sold more than 80 million recordings, with hits like "Y Que Viva España," "Porompompero," "Mi Carro" and many others. His best-selling album was "Y viva España", which sold 6 million copies. He also participated in more than 15 movies. He learned music from a homeless misplaced person of the Spanish Civil War. He eventually owned his own recording company. He was married for over 50 years and died from the complications of colon cancer.
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