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Tito Puente: Quick Facts

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Born April 20, 1923 • New York City • New York
Died May 31, 2000 (aged 77) • New York City • New York
Awards And Honors Grammy Award (2000) • Grammy Award (1999) • Grammy Award (1990) • Grammy Award (1985) • Grammy Award (1983) • Grammy Award (1978)

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