About Suthep Wongkamhaeng
Lived 1934 – 2020 (aged 85). Suthep Wongkamhaeng was a Thai politician and singer, known for Luk krung.
Suthep Wongkamhaeng (, 12 May 1934 – 27 February 2020) was a Thai singer, one of the most famous male singers of the luk krung genre of the 1950s. He made over 3,000 recordings over a career of forty years and was named National Artist in 1990. He also worked as a columnist and politician and briefly served in the Royal Thai Air Force, reaching the rank of pilot officer.
Born in Nakhon Ratchasima Province, Suthep trained as an artist but was soon introduced to the music industry; the hit song "Rak Khun Khao Laeo" brought him fame at the age of nineteen. Widely recognized for his smooth serenading voice, he has been described as "the Frank Sinatra of Thailand".
Early life and rise to fame Suthep Wongkamhaeng was born on 12 May 1934, in Sung Noen District of Nakhon Ratchasima Province.
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Who was Suthep Wongkamhaeng?
Thai singer (1934–2020)
When was Suthep Wongkamhaeng born?
Suthep Wongkamhaeng was born on 12 May 1934 in Sung Noen.
When did Suthep Wongkamhaeng die?
Suthep Wongkamhaeng died on 27 February 2020 in Thawi Watthana.
What was Suthep Wongkamhaeng's occupation?
Suthep Wongkamhaeng was a politician and singer.
What was Suthep Wongkamhaeng known for?
Suthep Wongkamhaeng was known for Luk krung.
What nationality was Suthep Wongkamhaeng?
Suthep Wongkamhaeng was Thai.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Suthep Wongkamhaeng
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Suthep Wongkamhaeng. https://biography.guide/suthep-wongkamhaeng/
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