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Théo Sarapo - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 26, 1936 |
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| Age | 90 |
| Birthplace | Paris, France |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Théo Sarapo's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Being Édith Piaf’s second husband and musical collaborator; his own singing and acting career. |
Intro
Théo Sarapo was a French singer and actor, widely known as the second husband of legendary French chanteuse Édith Piaf. He rose to fame in the early 1960s thanks to both his relationship with Piaf and his own musical and film contributions.
Early Life & Background
Théo Sarapo, born Theophanis Lamboukas to a Greek barber father and a French mother in Paris, grew up in a multicultural household. Before his entertainment career, he worked as a hairdresser.
Career Highlights
- Rose to public attention after marrying Édith Piaf in 1962.
- Co-recorded the duet 'À quoi ça sert l'amour?' with Piaf.
- Launched a solo singing career after Piaf’s death, releasing several singles and albums.
- Appeared in French films such as 'Judex' (1963).
Trivia
- His stage name 'Sarapo' comes from the Greek phrase 'S'agapo,' meaning 'I love you.'
- He was 20 years younger than Édith Piaf.
- Died in a car accident at the age of 34, just seven years after Piaf’s own death.
- He rests beside Piaf at Père Lachaise Cemetery in Paris.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Théo Sarapo?
Théo Sarapo is 90 years old.
When was Théo Sarapo born?
Théo Sarapo was born the 26 January 1936.
Where is Théo Sarapo from?
Paris, France.
On His Birth-Day
About January 26th, 1936, in brief:
- Day of the week: January 26th, 1936 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: After the Thin Man directed by W.S. Van Dyke
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