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Rubén Blades - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 16, 1948 |
|---|---|
| Age | 77 |
| Birthplace | Panama City, Panama |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Rubén Blades's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Revolutionizing salsa music with socially conscious lyrics, multiple Grammy Award and Latin Grammy wins, and his prominent acting career in film and television. |
Intro
Rubén Blades is a Panamanian singer, songwriter, actor, musician, activist, and politician, widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in Latin American music, particularly in the salsa genre.
Early Life & Background
Blades was born to a musician father and a singer mother in Panama City, Panama. He was influenced by music and literature from a young age and grew up in a politically and artistically engaged family. He earned a law degree from the University of Panama and later studied law at Harvard University.
Career Highlights
- Became a global salsa star with his album 'Siembra' (1978) alongside Willie Colón, which became one of the best-selling salsa records in history.
- Received multiple Grammy and Latin Grammy awards for his musical work.
- Acted in numerous films and TV series, including 'The Milagro Beanfield War' and AMC's 'Fear the Walking Dead'.
- Ran for President of Panama in 1994 and served as Panama's Minister of Tourism from 2004-2009.
Trivia
- Blades is considered one of the creators of 'salsa consciente' — socially conscious salsa.
- He has a law degree from Harvard University.
- He appears as Daniel Salazar in 'Fear the Walking Dead'.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Rubén Blades?
Rubén Blades is 77 years old.
When was Rubén Blades born?
Rubén Blades was born the 16 July 1948.
Where is Rubén Blades from?
Panama City, Panama.
On His Birth-Day
About July 16th, 1948, in brief:
- Historical events: The first commercial aircraft hijacking occurred on July 16, 1948, when a plane was seized by a group of armed individuals. This incident marked a significant moment in aviation security history, leading to increased measures in the industry.
- Day of the week: July 16th, 1948 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: A Tree In The Meadow by Margaret Whiting
- Popular movie: Johnny Belinda directed by Jean Negulesco
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