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Sonny Bono: Quick Facts

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Facts

Also Known As Salvatore Phillip Bono
Born February 16, 1935 • Detroit • Michigan
Died January 5, 1998 (aged 62) • California
Notable Works “I Got You Babe” • “The Beat Goes On”
Notable Family Members spouse Cher • son Chaz Bono

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