Rupert Von Trapp

World Music Singer

Birthday November 1, 1911

Birth Sign Scorpio

Birthplace Croatia

DEATH DATE Feb 22, 1992 (80)

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About

Singer known for being the eldest sibling in the famed family band The Trapp Family Singers. His family served as the inspiration for the influential musical The Sound of Music.

Before Fame

He graduated from the University of Vermont and officially became a U.S. citizen in 1948.

Trivia

He served in the 10th Mountain Division in the Italian Army in his 20's.

Family Life

He was the youngest of six children born to Georg and Agathe von Trapp.

Associated With

He was portrayed by actor Nicholas Hammond in the 1965 film version of "The Sound of Music".