About Benito de Jesús
Lived 1912 – 2010 (aged 97). Benito de Jesús was an American musician and songwriter.
Benito de Jesús (October 25, 1912 — June 24, 2010) was a legendary Puerto Rican songwriter of romantic ballads, including "Nuestro Juramento", "La copa rota", and "Sigamos pecando". He was also founder of the group Trio Vegabajeño.
He died on June 24, 2010, at the age of 97 at Auxilio Mutuo Hospital in Hato Rey, Puerto Rico.
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Who was Benito de Jesús?
Puerto Rican musician
When was Benito de Jesús born?
Benito de Jesús was born on 25 October 1912 in Barceloneta.
When did Benito de Jesús die?
Benito de Jesús died on 24 June 2010 in Hato Rey.
What was Benito de Jesús's occupation?
Benito de Jesús was a musician and songwriter.
What nationality was Benito de Jesús?
Benito de Jesús was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Benito de Jesús. https://biography.guide/benito-de-jesus/
MLA: "Benito de Jesús." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/benito-de-jesus/.
Chicago: "Benito de Jesús." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/benito-de-jesus/.
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