Chico Bouchikhi

About

Co-founder of the pop rumba flamenca band The Gipsy Kings, the group that released popular singles like "Bamboleo."

Before Fame

He was born in Arles, the son of a Moroccan father and an Algerian mother.

Trivia

He was selected as UNESCO's Special Envoy for Peace and has performed in Israel despite his brother's assassination by Mossad agents.

Family Life

He grew up with his brother, Ahmed Bouchiki, in Arles.

Associated With

He has performed in front of famous political figures, including President of Israel, Shimon Peres.