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3 famous singers who, at over 80, are still performing

3 famous singers who, at over 80, are still performing

The passing years do not count for those. At over 80 years old, Hughes Aufray, Juliette Gréco and Charles Aznavour, the oldest among them at 93, are still present on the French song scene and continue to perform successfully on stage. Three beautiful lessons of life and enthusiasm from these spirited seniors.

Charles Aznavour, the tireless stage man

At 93, Charles Aznavour continues to ignite the biggest concert halls in France and around the world, from Lebanon to Brazil, via Italy and Russia. Author of more than 800 songs, interpreter of more than 1,200 in many languages ​​and with a 70-year career, Charles Aznavour is always eagerly awaited on stage. This tireless singer is recognized worldwide. As proof, he will soon have his star on the famous "Walk of Fame" in Hollywood, alongside that of Frank Sinatra and many other prestigious singers

Hugues Aufray, the troubadour of 87 springs

Hugues Aufray's career began 69 years ago. This tireless troubadour who crossed the yé-yé, hippie, disco and 2000s periods with as much success as ever, has an incalculable number of records to his credit, of which he has sold millions. This 80-year-old singer is still on the road, notably with his "One-night visitor" tour, all of whose upcoming dates can be viewed on his official website. His last album "Troubadour Tour" was also recorded in public during the many last concerts he gave all over France.

Juliette Gréco, the eternal young girl of French song

Juliette Gréco celebrated her 90th birthday this year and more than 60 years of singing career. We no longer need to present her warm and sensual voice which magnifies the most beautiful texts and the most beautiful melodies of French song. Juliette Gréco has given many concerts during her career on stages as legendary as each other. This great lady of French song, always very successful, also participates in major current musical events such as the "Printemps de Bourges" or the "Francofolies de la Rochelle".