Nelu Ploieşteanu
Nelu Ploieşteanu, born Ion Dumitrache on December 16, 1950, was a celebrated Romanian lăutărească music singer. He grew up in a family of musicians and started playing the accordion at a young age. Ploieşteanu's career took off in the 1970s, performing in various venues and eventually touring Europe. He died on April 2, 2021, after a severe battle with COVID-19.
Born on Dec 16, 1950 (74 years old)
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Nelu Ploieşteanu, one of the most well-known lăutărească music interpreters, died at the age of 70 from a severe form of COVID-19.
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