Rocío Jurado
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María del Rocío Mohedano Jurado (Spanish pronunciation: [roˈθi.o xuˈɾaðo], 18 September 1944 – 1 June 2006), better known as Rocío Jurado, was a Spanish singer and actress.[1] She was born in Chipiona (Cádiz) and nicknamed "La más grande" ("The Greatest").[2]
In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Mohedano and the second or maternal family name is Jurado.
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Born | María del Rocío Mohedano Jurado 18 September 1944 |
Died | 1 June 2006 (aged 61) Alcobendas, Madrid, Spain |
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Years active | 1960–2006 |
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Also known as | La más grande ("The Greatest One") |
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Instrument(s) | Vocals |
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In 2000 in New York City, she won the prize "La voz del Milenio" for best female voice of the 20th century.[3][4] Rocío Jurado sold more than 16 million records,[5] making her one of the best-selling Spanish female singers. She received 5 platinum and 30 gold discs.[6][nb 1]