Jose Feliciano was born on September 10, 1945, and as of 2023, he is 79 years, 1 month, 25 days
old.
Jose Feliciano is a Puerto Rican musician, songwriter, and well-known singer. He has been active in the music industry for more than sixty years and has had a huge impact on the music industry. He is recognized as one of the most innovative, versatile, and talented musicians of his era and has influenced millions of people worldwide.
About
Jose Feliciano was born on September 10, 1945, in Lares, Puerto Rico, making him 77 years as of 2023. After spending a few years in his hometown, his family shifted to New York City when he was five years old, and there he grew up in the Spanish Harlem neighborhood of NYC. He was born blind due to congenital glaucoma, but his perseverance took him far in his career, and he overcame his weakness with his strong will.
Feliciano began playing the guitar at a very young age, and in no time, he developed a unique style that blended elements of pop, Latin, and jazz music. He rose to fame in the 1960s with his hit single “Light My Fire,” a massive hit and became a chart-topping success. It gained nationwide recognition and made him a prevalent figure in the music industry.
Throughout his career, he released various albums and won multiple awards for his contributions to music. Jose was honored with multiple Grammy Awards, including Best New Artist, in 1969. He added another feather to his cap in 2013 when he was inducted into the Latin Songwriters Hall of Fame.
Despite having a successful career, Feliciano is a very humble human being and continues to perform regularly. He still inspires and entertains audiences around the world.