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Short Info

Date Of BirthFebruary 17, 1947
SpouseSara Salazar (m. 1995), Ana Elena Noreña (m. 1976–1991), Natalia Herrera Calles (m. 1970–1975), El Triste, Almohada, 40 y 20
Fact1995 - 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 NameJosé José
Date Of BirthFebruary 17, 1947
Height1.71 m
ProfessionRecord producer, Actor, Singer, Songwriter, El Triste, Almohada, 40 y 20
NationalityMexican

Family

SpouseSara Salazar (m. 1995), Ana Elena Noreña (m. 1976–1991), Natalia Herrera Calles (m. 1970–1975), El Triste, Almohada, 40 y 20
ChildrenJosé Joel, Sarita Sosa Salazar, Marysol Estrella Ortíz Noreña, Monique Salazar, Celine Salazar, El Triste, Almohada, 40 y 20
ParentsJosé Sosa Esquivel, Margarita Ortiz, El Triste, Almohada, 40 y 20
SiblingsSosa Manterola Sosa M., Héctor Sosa, El Triste, Almohada, 40 y 20

Accomplishments

AwardsLatin Recording Academy Person of the Year, Latin Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, Billboard Latin Music Awards: Lifetime Achievement Award, El Triste, Almohada, 40 y 20
MoviesSueño, Perdóname Todo, Gavilán o Paloma, Siempre en Domingo, Country Maiden, The Three Humbugs, Because of a Flower, La Mariposa Negra
TV ShowsLa fea más bella

Social profile links

Facts

#Fact
1Miami, Florida [January 1995]
2He was awarded a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for Recording at 7036 Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood, California.
3Has five children.
41995 - his third daughter was born.

Pictures

Movies

Actor

TitleYearStatusCharacter
Clean SweepannouncedVictor
Objetos perdidos2007TV SeriesSinger
La fea más bella2006-2007TV SeriesErasmo Padilla
Sueño2005Mystery Musician
Perdóname todo1995
Sabor a mí1988
Gavilán o paloma1985José Sosa 'José José'
Los secretos de José José1983
Variedades de media noche1977TV SeriesSinger
La carrera del millón1974
Un sueño de amor1972David Granados
Buscando una sonrisa1972
Siempre en domingo1970

Soundtrack

TitleYearStatusCharacter
Máncora2008performer: "Una mañana" / writer: "Una mañana"
Bajo la misma piel2003TV Series performer - 1 episode
The Corruptor1999performer: "Let Me Fly" - as Jose Jose
La extraña dama1989TV Series performer: "HAY UN MAÑANA"
Un sueño de amor1972performer: "La Noche de Los Dos", "Llegaste a Mi", "Alguien Vendra", "Mi Niña"
Buscando una sonrisa1972performer: "El Triste", "Cosas Imposibles", "Llegaste a Mi"

Self

TitleYearStatusCharacter
Pequeños gigantes2011TV SeriesHimself
Teletón XIV2010TV SpecialHimself
Latin Grammy Celebra José José2008TV SpecialHimself - Honoree
Premios TV y novelas 20072007TV MovieHimself
José José: La trayectoria2006TV Movie documentaryHimself
José José... El especial2006TV Movie documentaryHimself
Reyes de la canción2006TV SeriesHimself
Don Francisco presenta2005TV SeriesHimself
Premios juventud 2004: Acceso total2004TV MovieHimself
Noche de estrellas: Premios juventud 20042004TV MovieHimself
Premios juventud 20042004TV SpecialHimself
¡Despierta América!2004TV SeriesHimself
El gordo y la flaca2004TV SeriesHimself
Pa'lante con Cristina2004TV SeriesHimself
Viva Pedro Vargas1989Documentary
Buenos días1981TV SeriesHimself

Archive Footage

TitleYearStatusCharacter
Los rostros del 20072007TV MovieHimself

Awards

Won Awards

YearAwardCeremonyNominationMovie
2004Star on the Walk of FameWalk of FameRecordingAwarded on February 10, 2004 at 7036 Hollywood Blvd.

Source: IMDb, Wikipedia

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