Date of Birth
10 January 1940, Fort Cochin, Kerala, India
Birth Name
(Dr.) Kattassery Joseph Yesudas
Nickname
Dasettan
Spouse
Prabha (1970 - present)
Trivia
His father was Augustine Joseph Bagavathor, a well-known Malayalam classical musician and stage actor of his time. Yesudas' first Guru was his beloved father himself, who lovingly and painstakingly led him through the basic precepts of Carnatic Music while he was hardly five years old
One of the greatest South Indian musicians of all times. He is one of India's foremost exponents of classical carnatic vocal music and leading playback singer. Yesudas has sung more than 30,000 songs for thousands of Indian films in various languages.
Recipient of the Padmabhushan Award from the President of India. In 1973 the President conferred on him the title of Padmashree on the advice of the Prime Minister on Republic Day.
Has three sons, Vinod, Vijay (who is following in his father's footsteps), and Vishal.
Uncle of fashion designer Anand Jon.
Where Are They Now
(2005) The family is currently settled in Madras, India and visit Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA time and again for business reasons.
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