- Born
- December 19, 1915
- Died
- October 10, 1963 (aged 47)
- Known as
- singer, actor, recording artist, chansonnier, street artist, songwriter
Édith Giovanna Gassion, known as Édith Piaf, was a French singer and lyricist. She is regarded as France's greatest popular singer and one of the most celebrated performers in the world. She is best known for performing songs in the cabaret and modern chanson genres.
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