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Hector Lavoe

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Vocalist

The Resume

    (September 30, 1946-June 29, 1993)
    Born in Ponce, Puerto Rico
    Died in New York City, New York
    Succumbed to AIDS-related complications at 46
    Basis for the 2007 'El Cantante'

Why he might be annoying:

    He suffered depression.
    He shot up drugs.
    His addiction made him unprofessional, often showing up late for performances.
    He sought the services of a voodoo priest to treat his drug habit.
    He fathered a child out of wedlock.
    In 1988, he attempted suicide by jumping off a hotel balcony.

Why he might not be annoying:

    He came from a humble background.
    He lost his son, father and mother-in-law in a short span of time.
    He performed as one of the Fania All-Stars, alongside Celia Cruz, during the legendary Ali/Frazier fight, 'The Rumble In the Jungle.'
    He was known as 'El Cantante de los Cantantes' due to his clear voice and ability to improvise on stage.
    He was a forefather in bringing the salsa sound to a popular audience.

Credit: Black Chic


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Year In Review:

    In 2023, Out of 1 Votes: 0% Annoying
    In 2022, Out of 2 Votes: 0% Annoying
    In 2021, Out of 3 Votes: 33.33% Annoying
    In 2020, Out of 5 Votes: 80.0% Annoying
    In 2019, Out of 12 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2018, Out of 2 Votes: 100% Annoying
    In 2017, Out of 4 Votes: 75.00% Annoying
    In 2016, Out of 9 Votes: 77.78% Annoying
    In 2015, Out of 3 Votes: 66.67% Annoying
    In 2014, Out of 7 Votes: 28.57% Annoying
    In 2013, Out of 6 Votes: 66.67% Annoying
    In 2012, Out of 11 Votes: 81.82% Annoying
    In 2011, Out of 15 Votes: 80.0% Annoying
    In 2010, Out of 55 Votes: 72.73% Annoying
    In 2009, Out of 32 Votes: 65.62% Annoying
    In 2008, Out of 16 Votes: 56.25% Annoying