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Short Info
Date Of Birth | February 17, 1947 |
Spouse | Sara Salazar (m. 1995), Ana Elena Noreña (m. 1976–1991), Natalia Herrera Calles (m. 1970–1975), El Triste, Almohada, 40 y 20 |
Fact | 1995 - his third daughter was born. |
José José was born in Mexico City, the son of José Sosa Esquivel and Margarita Puente. His paternal grandfather was of Andalusian Spanish descent, while his maternal grandparents were Mexican of Spanish descent. José José began his musical career in his early teens. He sang in various nightclubs in Mexico City and soon caught the attention of producers who helped him launch his career.
José José’s first album, “La Nave Del Olvido”, was released in 1968 and was an instant success. The album’s title track became a huge hit in Mexico and helped propel José José’s career. Over the next few years, José José released a string of successful albums and became one of the most popular singers in Mexico. He also began to gain a following in the United States, thanks to his appearances on the television show “The Ed Sullivan Show”.
In the early 1970s, José José’s career took a turn when he was diagnosed with cancer. He underwent treatment and was eventually declared cancer-free. However, the experience took a toll on his health and he was forced to take a break from his singing career.
José José made a comeback in the late 1970s with the release of the album “El Triste”. The album’s title track became a huge hit in Mexico and helped José José regain his place as one of the country’s most popular singers. He followed up with a series of successful albums throughout the 1980s and 1990s.
In recent years, José José has been plagued by health problems. In 2016, he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and has been undergoing treatment since. Despite his health issues, José José continues to perform and record music. He is currently working on a new album, which is scheduled to be released in 2019.
José José is one of the most successful singers in Mexican history. He has sold over 100 million records and has won numerous awards, including five Latin Grammy Awards. His net worth is estimated to be $40 million.
José José was married to Anel Lizalde from 1969 to 1975. The couple had two children together, José Joel and Marisol. Jose Joel is also a singer and has released several albums. Marisol is an actress and has appeared in a number of Mexican films and television shows.
José José was married to Sara Salazar from 1976 to 1981. The couple had one child together, Sarita. Sarita is an actress and has appeared in a number of Mexican films and television shows.
José José was married to Azucena Cierco from 1982 to 1991. The couple had two children together, Cristina and Fernanda. Cristina is a model and has appeared in a number of fashion magazines. Fernanda is an actress and has appeared in a number of Mexican films and television shows.
José José was married to Maribel Guardia from 1992 to 1996. The couple had one child together, Sofia. Sofia is an actress and has appeared in a number of Mexican films and television shows.
José José has three grandchildren: Jose Joel Jr., Mariana, and Sebastian.
General Info
Full Name | José José |
Date Of Birth | February 17, 1947 |
Height | 1.71 m |
Profession | Record producer, Actor, Singer, Songwriter, El Triste, Almohada, 40 y 20 |
Nationality | Mexican |
Family
Spouse | Sara Salazar (m. 1995), Ana Elena Noreña (m. 1976–1991), Natalia Herrera Calles (m. 1970–1975), El Triste, Almohada, 40 y 20 |
Children | José Joel, Sarita Sosa Salazar, Marysol Estrella Ortíz Noreña, Monique Salazar, Celine Salazar, El Triste, Almohada, 40 y 20 |
Parents | José Sosa Esquivel, Margarita Ortiz, El Triste, Almohada, 40 y 20 |
Siblings | Sosa Manterola Sosa M., Héctor Sosa, El Triste, Almohada, 40 y 20 |
Accomplishments
Awards | Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year, Latin Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, Billboard Latin Music Awards: Lifetime Achievement Award, El Triste, Almohada, 40 y 20 |
Movies | Sueño, Perdóname Todo, Gavilán o Paloma, Siempre en Domingo, Country Maiden, The Three Humbugs, Because of a Flower, La Mariposa Negra |
TV Shows | La fea más bella |
Social profile links
Facts
# | Fact |
---|---|
1 | Miami, Florida [January 1995] |
2 | He was awarded a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for Recording at 7036 Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood, California. |
3 | Has five children. |
4 | 1995 - his third daughter was born. |
Pictures
Movies
Actor
Title | Year | Status | Character |
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Clean Sweep | announced | Victor | |
Objetos perdidos | 2007 | TV Series | Singer |
La fea más bella | 2006-2007 | TV Series | Erasmo Padilla |
Sueño | 2005 | Mystery Musician | |
Perdóname todo | 1995 | ||
Sabor a mí | 1988 | ||
Gavilán o paloma | 1985 | José Sosa 'José José' | |
Los secretos de José José | 1983 | ||
Variedades de media noche | 1977 | TV Series | Singer |
La carrera del millón | 1974 | ||
Un sueño de amor | 1972 | David Granados | |
Buscando una sonrisa | 1972 | ||
Siempre en domingo | 1970 |
Soundtrack
Title | Year | Status | Character |
---|---|---|---|
Máncora | 2008 | performer: "Una mañana" / writer: "Una mañana" | |
Bajo la misma piel | 2003 | TV Series performer - 1 episode | |
The Corruptor | 1999 | performer: "Let Me Fly" - as Jose Jose | |
La extraña dama | 1989 | TV Series performer: "HAY UN MAÑANA" | |
Un sueño de amor | 1972 | performer: "La Noche de Los Dos", "Llegaste a Mi", "Alguien Vendra", "Mi Niña" | |
Buscando una sonrisa | 1972 | performer: "El Triste", "Cosas Imposibles", "Llegaste a Mi" |
Self
Title | Year | Status | Character |
---|---|---|---|
Pequeños gigantes | 2011 | TV Series | Himself |
Teletón XIV | 2010 | TV Special | Himself |
Latin Grammy Celebra José José | 2008 | TV Special | Himself - Honoree |
Premios TV y novelas 2007 | 2007 | TV Movie | Himself |
José José: La trayectoria | 2006 | TV Movie documentary | Himself |
José José... El especial | 2006 | TV Movie documentary | Himself |
Reyes de la canción | 2006 | TV Series | Himself |
Don Francisco presenta | 2005 | TV Series | Himself |
Premios juventud 2004: Acceso total | 2004 | TV Movie | Himself |
Noche de estrellas: Premios juventud 2004 | 2004 | TV Movie | Himself |
Premios juventud 2004 | 2004 | TV Special | Himself |
¡Despierta América! | 2004 | TV Series | Himself |
El gordo y la flaca | 2004 | TV Series | Himself |
Pa'lante con Cristina | 2004 | TV Series | Himself |
Viva Pedro Vargas | 1989 | Documentary | |
Buenos días | 1981 | TV Series | Himself |
Archive Footage
Title | Year | Status | Character |
---|---|---|---|
Los rostros del 2007 | 2007 | TV Movie | Himself |
Awards
Won Awards
Year | Award | Ceremony | Nomination | Movie |
---|---|---|---|---|
2004 | Star on the Walk of Fame | Walk of Fame | Recording | Awarded on February 10, 2004 at 7036 Hollywood Blvd. |
Source: IMDb, Wikipedia