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Édith Piaf (born Édith Giovanna Gassion; 19 December 1915 – 10 October 1963) was a French singer best known for performing songs in the cabaret and modern chanson genres. She is widely regarded as France's greatest popular singer and one of the most celebrated performers of the 20th century.
- La Môme Piaf, (The Little Sparrow)
- 19 December 1915, Paris, France
- Édith Giovanna Gassion
Apr 2, 2014 · Édith Piaf was born Édith Giovanna Gassion in Belleville, Paris, on December 19, 1915. Much of her past is shrouded in mystery and may have been embellished during her time as a celebrity.
Édith Piaf’s Early Life and Influences. Édith Piaf, born Édith Giovanna Gassion on December 19, 1915, in Belleville, Paris, overcame a poverty-stricken and tragic childhood to emerge as a defining voice in French music. Raised by her grandmother in a brothel, Piaf’s early exposure to the harsh realities of life did not dampen her innate ...
Édith Piaf. Soundtrack: A Star Is Born. When one thinks of Edith Piaf, one thinks of love, sorrow and beautiful music. One did not breathe without the other two. Born in Paris practically on the streets on December 19, 1915, she struggled from day one, the daughter of street performers. The mother, a singer, eventually abandoned both Edith and her father for a solo career. Piaf spent her ...
- December 19, 1915
- October 10, 1963
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Dec 18, 2015 · Édith Piaf was born 100 years ago, on December 19, 1915. Her career was legendary; her life was filled with myth and tragedy. The French have declared her the "Singer of the Century."
Édith Piaf. Soundtrack: A Star Is Born. When one thinks of Edith Piaf, one thinks of love, sorrow and beautiful music. One did not breathe without the other two. Born in Paris practically on the streets on December 19, 1915, she struggled from day one, the daughter of street performers. The mother, a singer, eventually abandoned both Edith and ...
Édith Piaf. Édith Piaf (aka. "La Môme Piaf") (December 19, 1915 – October 11, 1963) [1] was one of France 's most-loved singers. Her real name was Édith Giovanna Gassion. She became a national icon. Her music was an image of her tragic life. Piaf was known for singing ballads in a heartbreaking voice.
