Dámaso Pérez Prado
Known For
Acting
Born
December 11, 1916
Died
September 14, 1989 (aged 72)
Birthplace
Matanzas, Cuba
Biography
Dámaso Pérez Prado (December 11, 1916 – September 14, 1989) was a Cuban bandleader, singer, organist, pianist and composer, who also made brief appearances in films. He is often referred to as the King of the Mambo.He became known and professionally billed as Pérez Prado, his paternal and maternal surnames respectively.
