María del Mar Fernández

World Music Singer

Birthday October 1, 1978

Birth Sign Libra

Birthplace Cadiz, Spain

Age 47 years old

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About

Spanish flamenco singer who gained international recognition for performing the song "Señorita" in the 2011 film Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, which introduced her to a global audience, particularly in India.

Before fame

She began singing when she was only 14 years old, working with flamenco dance schools and performers. As a teen, she participated in Andalusian flamenco competitions and performed at local clubs. Early in her career, she also performed in Japan at a local flamenco venue in Osaka.

Trivia

She has received nominations from the Mirchi Music Awards and in 2012, she earned a nomination for a GiMA Award for Best Film Song.

Family life

She originally hails from Spain.

Associated with

She has collaborated with internationally renowned flamenco artists such as Joaquín Cortés and Paco Peña.