Muslim Magomayev
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About
Soviet-Azerbaijani singer who became an icon during the 60s and 70s for his performances of songs like "Do the Russians Want War?" During his career, he sold millions of albums and performed in many of the world's most high-profile venues, including Paris Olympia.
Before Fame
He first gained national attention following a performance at a music festival in Helsinki at age nineteen.
Trivia
He earned the prestigious title of People's Artist of the USSR by the Soviet government.
Family Life
He was married to opera singer Tamara Sinyavskaya. He had a daughter named Marina.
Associated With
His funeral was attended by the likes of Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev.
