Leonardo Paniagua
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About
Bachata musician, entertainer, artist, and performer who catapulted to fame with the release of his first 45rpm record, "Amada, Amante" in the 1970s. Best known for his soft voice and affectionate lyrics, he became a pioneer of the bachata genre.
Before Fame
Before he recorded his first tracks in 1973, he had not had any musical training or experience with public singing whatsoever.
Trivia
In the year 1998, he made history by becoming the first bachatero to ever win a Cassandra Award, which is the Dominican equivalent of a Grammy Award. He is popularly known for hit songs such as "Mi Secreto" and "Ella Se Llamaba Marta."
Family Life
He was born in the Dominican Republic.
Associated With
He collaborated with Zacarías Ferreira on his 2021 single, "Esa Muñequita."
