Santos was born in 1981 in the Bronx, New York City to a Dominican father and a Puerto Rican mother. He had a humble upbringing, with his father, who worked in construction, under-paid but earning enough for his family with his mother staying at home taking care of them.
Santos began his career by singing in a church choir at a young age. Romeo was exposed to Latin genres of music at a young age due to his parents.
Why is Romeo Santos important?
Romeo Santos is one of the most influential celebrities in the Latinx community. He is an Afro-Latinx singer, songwriter, actor, and record producer, who is best known as the lead singer in the favored Bachata band, Aventura.
How many awards did Romeo Santos win?
Throughout his career, the singer has won over one hundred awards both as a solo artist and during his time as the lead singer of the critically acclaimed bachata band Aventura.