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Andrea Bocelli
September 22, 1958
Lajatico, Italy
68 Years Old
Virgo
Who Is Andrea Bocelli?
Andrea Bocelli is a celebrated Italian tenor with a remarkably velvety and deeply emotional singing voice. He has successfully bridged the traditional divide between classical opera house productions and modern pop music.
He rose to fame after winning the newcomers division at the Sanremo Music Festival. This historic performance of “Il mare calmo della sera” launched a massive global chart run, and he is known for riding horses.
| Full Name | Andrea Angel Bocelli |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Height | 6 feet 1 inch (185 cm) |
| Relationship Status | Married |
| Net Worth | $100 million |
| Nationality | Italian |
| Ethnicity | Italian |
| Education | University Of Pisa |
| Father | Alessandro Bocelli |
| Mother | Edi Bocelli |
| Siblings | Alberto Bocelli |
| Kids | Amos Bocelli, Matteo Bocelli, Virginia Bocelli |
Early Life and Education
Born in the Tuscan village of Lajatico, Andrea Bocelli grew up on a farm. His parents, Alessandro and Edi, encouraged his childhood piano lessons, which comforted him as he dealt with congenital glaucoma.
His academic journey led him to study law at the University of Pisa. He earned his law degree and practiced briefly as a state attorney before fully committing to formal training under tenor Franco Corelli.
Notable Relationships
Over the past three decades, Andrea Bocelli has navigated high-profile marriages that shaped his family life in Tuscany. He married Enrica Cenzatti in 1992, but the couple divorced a decade later after raising two sons together.
He shares those sons with Cenzatti, with whom he co-parents, and later welcomed a daughter with Veronica Berti. Bocelli married Berti on March 21, 2014, and the couple continues to work together on various global philanthropic initiatives.
Career Highlights
His landmark crossover album Romanza became an international phenomenon. It featured the iconic duet “Time to Say Goodbye” with Sarah Brightman and topped charts worldwide, establishing him as a classical crossover superstar.
He launched the Andrea Bocelli Foundation to champion global empowerment. The charitable organization bankrolls educational projects and healthcare initiatives for impoverished communities, expanding his musical legacy into vital humanitarian work.
Globally, the tenor has collected a Golden Globe Award and earned several Grammy nominations. These honors, along with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, cemented Bocelli as a permanent fixture in modern classical music.
Signature Quote
“I don’t think one decides to become a singer. It is decided for you by the reactions of the people around you.”
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