Jacques Brel

Belgian singer

Born: 8 April 1929, Schaerbeek
Died: 9 October 1978, aged 49
Birth name: Jacques Romain Georges Brel

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Jacques Romain Georges Brel (8 April 1929 – 9 October 1978) was a Belgian singer and actor who composed and performed theatrical songs. He generated a large, devoted following—initially in Belgium and France, but later throughout the world. He is considered a master of the modern chanson.

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