José José

Mexican singer (1948–2019)

José Rómulo Sosa Ortiz (February 17, 1948 — September 28, 2019),[1] known by his stage name José José, was a Mexican singer, musician and occasional actor. His 1983 album Secretos has sold over 20 million units. With a large number of international hits, he received several Grammy nominations and recognition worldwide.[2][3]

José José
José José in 2017
Born
José Rómulo Sosa Ortiz

(1948-02-17)17 February 1948
Mexico City, Mexico
Died28 September 2019(2019-09-28) (aged 71)
Occupations
  • Singer
  • actor
Spouses
  • Natalia "Kiki" Herrera Calles
    (m. 1970; div. 1975)
  • Ana Elena “Anel” Noreña
    (m. 1975; div. 1991)
Children5
Musical career
Genres
Instruments
  • Vocals
  • bass
  • double bass
  • guitar
  • piano
Years active1963–2013
Labels

In March 2017, he announced that he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.[4] On 28 September 2019, José José died of the disease at a hospital in Homestead, Florida,[5] at the age of 71.[6]

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