Domenico Modugno

Domenico Modugno (January 9, 1928 - August 6, 1994) was a singer born in Polignano a Mare, Italy.

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January 9 - 1928 - August 6 - 1994 - Singer - Polignano a Mare - Italy

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From a young age Domenico wanted to become an actor. After his military service he enrolled in an acting school, later appearing in a few films. After starring in Il Mantello Rosso he became a singer.

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Actor - Military service - Il Mantello Rosso

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He became very popular in the United States in the 1950s. His 1958 Eurovision Song Contest entry, "Nel blu Dipinto di blu" became a success in the United States as "Volare". In 1960 he was accused of plagiarising an opera composer's song, but was found not guilty.

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United States - 1950s - 1958 Eurovision Song Contest - Volare - 1960

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He won the San Remo Music Festival twice in a row and represented Italy again in the Eurovision Song Contest in 1959 and 1966.

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San Remo Music Festival - Italy - 1959 - 1966

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