About
Grammy-winning Venezuelan singer and songwriter who was given a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Latin Grammy Awards in 2008.
Before Fame
He was born in Barbacoas and began his career in 1947.
Trivia
He was awarded The Great Ribbon of the Liberator's Order, the highest civilian honor granted by the Venezuelan state.
Family Life
He is survived by his wife Betty and his son Simon.
Associated With
He was a respected songwriter who wrote music for other artists like Ray Conniff.
