Harry Chapin
American singer-songwriter
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About Harry Chapin
Harold Forster Chapin was a legendary American folk music and pop-rock singer, composer, and philanthropist who became a household name during the 1970s.
During that period, he became one of the highest-paid entertainers on the planet. He has sold more than 16 million copies of his albums worldwide. Some of his popular albums are titled "Heads & Tales," "Greatest Stories Live," and "Legends of the Lost and Found".
Parents
- Jeanne Elspeth
- Jim Chapin
Spouse
Sandra Chapin (divorced in 1981)
Children
- Jen Chapin
- Joshua Chapin
Alma mater
- Brooklyn Technical High School
- The United States Air Force Academy
- Cornell University
Achievements
In 1986, he received Grammy Awards’ “President's Merit Award”. He was selected in the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2011. He’s also a recipient the Congressional Gold Medal of Honor
Trivia
He died from a car accident on his way to perform a concert at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, New York.
In 1977, he played a significant role in the establishment of the Presidential Commission on World Hunger.
He hails from Brooklyn, New York, United States.
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F.A.Q. about Harry Chapin
When is his birthday?
Harry Chapin's birthday is on December 7, 1942.
In how many days is his birthday?
Harry's birthday is in 318 days
How old was Harry when he died?
He was 38 years old.
When did he die?
He died in July 16, 1981.
How old would he be today?
Harry Chapin would be 82 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Harry from?
He was born in Brooklyn, New York City U.S..