Sergio Denis facts for kids
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Sergio Denis in 1971.
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Héctor Omar Hoffmann Fenzel |
| Born | 16 March 1949 Coronel Suárez, Argentina |
| Died | 15 May 2020 (aged 71) Buenos Aires, Argentina |
| Genres | Pop |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter, composer, actor, author |
| Instruments | Vocals, guitar |
| Years active | 1969–2019 |
| Labels | Columbia Broadcasting System (1969–1975), TK (1976) PolyGram (1977–1990) EMI Odeón (1991–1995) and BMG. |
Héctor Omar Hoffmann Fenzel, known to many as Sergio Denis (born March 16, 1949 – died May 15, 2020), was a famous Argentine singer, songwriter, and sometimes an actor. He was well-loved for his pop and romantic songs.
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Sergio Denis's Early Life and Career
Héctor Omar Hoffmann Fenzel was born into a family with German roots. His parents were Feliciano Hoffmann and María Esther Fenzel. As a child, he loved to sing at school events and family gatherings.
When he was 16, he joined a band called "Los Jokers." They traveled around nearby towns for four years, performing their music.
Starting His Solo Career
In March 1969, Sergio moved to Buenos Aires. He joined a group called "Los Bambis" and they recorded music for the first time with Columbia Broadcasting System. Their album was named Los Bambis también cantan (The Bambis Also Sing).
The producers at CBS quickly saw that Héctor had a special talent as a solo singer. In November 1969, he recorded two songs on his own: Fui un soñador (I was a dreamer) and Te llamo para despedirme (I call you to say goodbye). These songs were written by Francis Smith.
First TV Appearances and Festivals
His first solo song started playing on the radio in December 1969. On January 1, 1970, Sergio Denis performed on TV for the first time on a show called "Casino Philips." This show was on Canal 13 in Buenos Aires.
Later that month, Canal 13 hired him for another show, Sábados Circulares. In March, Sergio traveled to Mexico City to take part in the "First Festival of the Latin Song." He finished in 5th place with a song called Yo te amo como entonces (I love you like before), which was never officially released.
When he returned to Argentina, he had to do his military service. He balanced his military duties with his public performances and TV appearances.
Acting and Big Concerts
In 1972, one of his songs became very popular. Because of this, he starred in a movie called Me enamoré sin darme cuenta (I Fell in Love Without Noticing it). He acted alongside Alicia Bruzzo and Luis Brandoni.
On July 31, 1974, Sergio Denis made history by singing at the famous Teatro Opera. He was the first pop/ballad singer to perform in this important theater. A large orchestra with 36 musicians played with him.
Recording Companies and Famous Songs
In 1975, Sergio left CBS Columbia. In 1976, he recorded an album with a smaller company called TK. The next year, he signed with PolyGram (which is now Universal). He recorded many of his biggest hits with PolyGram until 1990. From 1991 to 1995, he recorded four more albums with EMI Odeón.
Sergio Denis also sang duets with other famous artists like Julia Zenko and the Cuarteto Zupay. He was a guest singer on an album by the folklore group Los Cantores de Quilla-Huasi. He even recorded Spanish versions of songs from the Misa Criolla by Ariel Ramírez for a Christmas album.
Some of his most popular romantic songs include:
- Yo nunca supe más de ti (I never knew anything else about you) from 1973.
- Cada vez que sale el sol (Every time the sun rises) from 1977.
- Cómo estás, querida (How are you, darling) from 1985.
- Te quiero tanto (I love you so much) from 1986.
- Un poco loco (A little crazy) from 1991.
He also sang Spanish versions of popular English songs, such as:
- California somnolienta (California Dreamin' by The Mamas and the Papas).
- Pipas de la paz (Pipes of Peace by Paul McCartney).
- Nada va a cambiar mi amor por ti (Nothing's Gonna Change My Love for You by Glenn Medeiros).
- Así fue nuestro amor (Annie's Song by John Denver).
Sergio Denis won many awards and was the best-selling Argentine singer-songwriter between 1985 and 1994.
Sergio Denis's Personal Life
Sergio Denis was married once and later divorced. He had a son named Federico and two daughters, Bárbara and Victoria. His nephew, Iván, helped him create his official website.
Health Challenges
On May 14, 2007, while on tour in Asunción, Paraguay, Sergio Denis became very ill. He had a heart attack and stopped breathing. He was taken to a hospital, where doctors were able to bring him back to life. The next day, he was taken off the breathing machine, and after some time, he recovered and went back to his normal life.
Sadly, on March 11, 2019, Sergio Denis had a serious accident. He fell about 3 meters (10 feet) from a stage during a concert in San Miguel de Tucumán. He was unconscious and had a broken shoulder. He was taken to a hospital and put into a special sleep called an induced coma. He never woke up from this coma and passed away on May 15, 2020, a little over a year after his fall.
Discography
- 1969 – "Los Bambis También Cantan" (The Bambies Also Sing)
- 1970 – "Te Llamo Para Despedirme" (I'm Calling To Say Farewell)
- 1971 – "Sergio Denis"
- 1972 – "Sergio Denis"
- 1973 – "Nunca Supe Más De Ti" (I Never Knew Anything More About You)
- 1974 – "Sergio Denis"
- 1975 – "La Historia De Un Idolo – Volumen 1: 1969 – 1972" (The History of an Idol – Volume 1: 1969 – 1972)
- 1975 – "La Historia De Un Idolo – Volumen 2: 1972 – 1974" (The History of an Idol – Volume 2: 1972 – 1974)
- 1975 – "Los Mas Grandes Exitos De Sergio Denis" (The Greatest Hits Of Sergio Denis)
- 1975 – "Los Mas Grandes Exitos De Sergio Denis – Vol. II" (The Greatest Hits Of Sergio Denis – Vol. II)
- 1976 – "Sergio Denis"
- 1977 – "Cada Vez Que Sale El Sol" (Whenever The Sun Rises)
- 1978 – "Por Ti" (For You)
- 1979 – "Una Mañana Volveré" (One Morning I Shall return)
- 1980 – "Al Estilo De... Sergio Denis" (I) (In The Style Of... Sergio Denis)
- 1980 – "Sergio Denis"
- 1981 – "Ineditos" (Raw)
- 1981 – "Al Estilo De... Sergio Denis" (II) (In The Style Of... Sergio Denis)
- 1981 – "16 Grandes Exitos" (16 Greatest Hits)
- 1981 – "Selección Especial (Edicion Limitada)" (Special Selection (Limited Edition Fan Club Only LP))
- 1982 – "Por La Simpleza De Mi Gente" (For The Simplicity of My People)
- 1983 – "Reflexiones" (Reflections)
- 1984 – "La Humanidad" (Humanity)
- 1985 – "Afectos" (Affections)
- 1986 – "Imágenes" (Images)
- 1986 – "Grandes Exitos" (Greatest Hits)
- 1987 – "20 Grandes Exitos" (20 Greatest Hits)
- 1987 – "14 Exitos Estelar" (14 Star Hits)
- 1987 – "Dulcemente" (Sweetly)
- 1988 – "Cerca Del Cielo" (Close To Heaven)
- 1988 – "Memorias" (Grabado en vivo) (Memories) (Live Recording)
- 1990 – "Sólo El Amor" (Only Love)
- 1990 – "Sus Mejores Momentos" (His Best Moments)
- 1990 – "Recuerdos" (Reminiscing)
- 1991 – "Un Poco Loco" (A Little Crazy)
- 1991 – "20 Grandes Exitos: Vol. 2" (20 Greatest hits: Vol. 2)
- 1992 – "Cuando Llega El Amor" (When Love Arrives)
- 1993 – "20 Grandes Exitos" (20 Greatest Hits)
- 1994 – "Natural"
- 1995 – "25 Años De Exitos" (2 CD) (25 Years Of Hits)
- 1995 – "Horizonte" (Horizon)
- 1996 – "Cuando Un Hombre Ama A Una Mujer" (When A Man Loves A Woman)
- 1999 – "La Vida Vale La Pena" (Life Is Worthy)
- 1999 – "Coleccion Aniversario" (Anniversary Collection)
- 2000 – "Esperanza" (Hope)
- 2000 – "Himno De Mi Corazon" (Anthem Of My Heart)
- 2003 – "Te Llevo En La Sangre" (I Carry You In My Blood)
- 2003 – "Los Esenciales" (The Essential)
- 2003 – "Palabras De Amor" (Words Of Love)
- 2005 – "Solo Lo Mejor" (Only The Best)
- 2006 – "Serie De Oro – Romanticos" (Gold Series – Romantic)
- 2006 – "Lo Mejor De Los Mejores: Colección Centenario EMI" (The Best Of The Best: EMI Centenary Collection)
- 2007 – "Mis 30 Mejores Canciones" (My 30 Best Songs)
- 2007 – "Universal Music Colour Collection"
- 2008 – "Coleccion Clarin: Grandes Idolos De La Musica Popular Argentina – No. 20" (CD + Libro) (Clarin Collection: Great Idols Of Argentine Pop Music – No. 20) (CD + Book)
- 2009 – "Ciclos" (CD + DVD) (Phases)
- 2009 – "Los Elegidos" (The Best)
- 2009 – "Oro – Grandes Exitos" (Gold – The Greatest Hits)
- 2009 – "20 Grandes Exitos" (20 Greatest Hits)
- 2010 – "Tu Amigo Fiel" (Your True Friend)
- 2012 – "Unico... (En Vivo)" (The One)
Interesting Facts About Sergio Denis
- His song Te quiero tanto (I love you so much) is often sung by football fans around the world. They change the words to fit their favorite teams.
- During the Football World Cup in Mexico in 1986, the Argentine coach Carlos Bilardo had a special rule. He wouldn't let any player get off the team bus until Sergio Denis's song Gigante chiquito finished playing on the cassette player!
See also
In Spanish: Sergio Denis para niños
