Édith Piaf
19 December 1915 – 10 October 1963
Édith Piaf was a French singer and one of the most celebrated performers of the 20th century, renowned for her emotive voice and chansons such as 'La Vie en rose' and 'Non, je ne regrette rien.' Rising from street singing to international stardom, she became a national icon of France.
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Life events
She was born Édith Giovanna Gassion in Paris; accounts of her early life are partly legendary.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgShe performed in the streets to earn a living during her youth.
Leplée gave her the stage name 'La Môme Piaf' and her first nightclub engagements.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgThe song became her signature and one of the most famous French songs of all time.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHer love affair with the boxer ended when he died in a plane crash in 1949.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgShe gave acclaimed concerts in New York, cementing her international reputation.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgThe defiant anthem became one of her most enduring recordings.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgShe died of liver cancer; her body was brought to Paris and she was mourned nationally.
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