About Eddy Christiani
Lived 1918 – 2016 (aged 98). Eddy Christiani was a Dutch singer, guitarist and jazz guitarist.
Eduard "Eddy" Christiani (21 April 1918 – 24 October 2016) was a Dutch guitarist, singer, and composer. He was best known for songs like Zonnig Madeira, Ouwe Taaie (1943), Op De Woelige Baren (1948), Kleine Greetje Uit De Polder (1950), Spring Maar Achterop (1952), Daar Bij De Waterkant and Rosemarie Polka (1953). In 1961 he reached the 82nd position with his Spanish-language song Sucu Sucu (1961)
He reminisced about his tricky experiences in the Netherlands of both performing for the occupying Nazis and as a resistance supporter in the TV documentary series The World at War (Episode: Occupation: Holland 1940–1944).
In 2008, his song "Rhythm for You" was included in the video game Fallout 3.
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Who was Eddy Christiani?
Dutch guitar player and singer (1918–2016)
When was Eddy Christiani born?
Eddy Christiani was born on 21 April 1918 in The Hague.
When did Eddy Christiani die?
Eddy Christiani died on 24 October 2016 in Aalsmeer.
What was Eddy Christiani's occupation?
Eddy Christiani was a singer, guitarist and jazz guitarist.
What nationality was Eddy Christiani?
Eddy Christiani was Dutch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Eddy Christiani. https://biography.guide/eddy-christiani/
MLA: "Eddy Christiani." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/eddy-christiani/.
Chicago: "Eddy Christiani." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/eddy-christiani/.
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