Joe Grech

About

Maltese-language singer known for his performance of "Marija l-Maltija" at the 1971 Eurovision Song Contest.

Before fame

He played the trumpet before beginning his singing career.

Trivia

He was awarded the Best Foreign Singer honor when he participated in a 1965 Italian music festival.

Family life

He married Josephine Buttigieg in 1961 and their daughter, Marcelle, became a singer.

Associated with

Claudette Pace is another popular Maltese singer.