Cheo Feliciano

1935–2014 (age 79)

Biography

Hailing from Ponce, Puerto Rico, Cheo Feliciano became one of the island's most beloved voices, building a career that intertwined romantic boleros with the lively rhythms of salsa alongside legends such as Tito Puente and the Fania All-Stars.

He traveled the world sharing music rooted in the barrios where he grew up, mentoring younger singers, and remaining a humble ambassador for Puerto Rican culture until the end of his life.

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