Dolores Abril facts for kids
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Dolores Abril
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Dolores Caballero Abril
9 May 1935 Hellín, Spain
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| Died | 25 October 2020 Espartinas, Spain
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| Occupation | Singer, actress |
| Spouse(s) | Juanito Valderrama (1981–2004) |
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| Genres | Copla |
Dolores Caballero Abril (born May 9, 1935 – died October 25, 2020) was a talented Spanish singer and actress. She was known for her beautiful voice and her exciting performances. Dolores became famous for singing a special type of Spanish music called copla.
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About Dolores Abril's Life
Dolores Abril was a master of copla music. This is a traditional Spanish song style. She worked closely with the famous singer and songwriter Juanito Valderrama. Their partnership began in 1954 and lasted until he passed away in 2004.
Musical Journey with Juanito Valderrama
Together, Dolores and Juanito released many popular music albums. One of their most famous albums was Peleas en broma. They also traveled all over Spain, performing in many exciting shows. Some of their well-known shows included Voces de España (1962), Mano a mano (1963), Su Majestad la alegría (1967), and Revolera en el Price (1968).
Dolores's Solo Music Career
Besides her work with Juanito, Dolores also had a successful solo career. She released several popular songs on her own. Some of her most memorable singles were "Al primer derrote" (1959) and "Tú te casate" (1961). Other hits included "Gloria a Chicuelo II" (1962), "Miguel de la Cruz Romero" (1963), and "Qué bonita está la Reina" (1963).
Acting in Films
Dolores Abril also showed her talent on the big screen. She starred alongside Juanito Valderrama in several movies. These films helped share their music and stories with even more people. Some of their movies together were El emigrante (1960), Gitana (1965), and De barro y oro (1966). They also appeared in La niña del patio (1967) and El padre Coplillas (1968).
Awards and Family Life
In 2009, Dolores Abril received a special honor. She was given the "Claveles de la Prensa" prize. This award came from the Press Association of Seville, recognizing her contributions. Dolores was also a mother to two children who became singers themselves: Juan Antonio Valderrama and Juana Dolores Valderrama.
Later Years
Dolores Abril lived a quiet life for many years. She passed away in Seville on October 25, 2020. She was 81 years old. Her music and performances continue to be remembered by many fans.
