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By Botty Snyder

Updated 29 March 2023

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Dutch singer

Marco Borsato is ...

Alive

Born	21 December 1966 in Alkmaar
Age	56 years, 6 months

Sex or gender	male
Country of citizenship	Kingdom of the Netherlands
Birth name	Marco Roberto Borsato
Spouse	Leontine Ruiters
Child	Luca Borsato, Jada Borsato and Senna Borsato
Occupation	singer, actor and recording artist
Residence	Alkmaar
Instrument	voice
Awards	Golden Harp, Majoor Bosshardt Prize and Popprijs
Genre	pop music and Nederpop
Twitter username	borsato
Instagram username	borsato

About Marco Borsato

Marco Borsato: The Dutch Pop Sensation

Marco Borsato was born on December 21, 1966, in Alkmaar, Netherlands. He grew up in a musical family and started playing the guitar at the age of 12. Borsato's passion for music led him to pursue a career in the industry, and he soon became one of the most successful Dutch singers of all time.

Borsato's breakthrough came in 1994 with the release of his album "Marco." The album spawned several hit singles, including "Dromen Zijn Bedrog" and "Waarom Nou Jij." The latter became one of Borsato's signature songs and earned him his first Dutch Top 40 number one hit.

Over the years, Borsato has released numerous successful albums and singles, including "De Waarheid," "Luid en Duidelijk," and "Zien." He has won several awards for his music, including the Edison Award, the Dutch equivalent of the Grammy Award.

Borsato's success is not limited to the Netherlands. He has also achieved international recognition, performing in countries such as Belgium, Germany, and Italy. In 2000, he even represented the Netherlands in the Eurovision Song Contest, finishing in second place with his song "De eerste keer."

Aside from his music career, Borsato is also known for his philanthropic work. He is a UNICEF ambassador and has been involved in various charity projects, including the construction of a school in Sri Lanka after the 2004 tsunami.

Despite his success, Borsato has faced personal struggles, including a divorce from his wife in 2019. However, he has continued to make music and connect with his fans, releasing his latest album "Thuis" in 2017.

Marco Borsato's impact on Dutch music cannot be overstated. He has sold over 14 million records, making him one of the best-selling Dutch artists of all time. His music has touched the hearts of millions, and his legacy will continue to inspire future generations of Dutch musicians.

References:

- "Marco Borsato." AllMusic, www.allmusic.com/artist/marco-borsato-mn0000310789.

- "Marco Borsato." IMDb, www.imdb.com/name/nm0097225/.

- "Marco Borsato." UNICEF, www.unicef.nl/ambassade