Chayanne

For other uses, see Chayanne (disambiguation).

In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Figueroa and the second or maternal family name is Arce.
Chayanne
Chayanne performing in Chicago, United States in 2010
Born
Elmer Figueroa Arce

(1968-06-28) June 28, 1968
Río Piedras, Puerto Rico
Occupations
  • Singer
  • songwriter
  • actor
Years active1978–present
WorksDiscography
RelativesLele Pons (niece)
Isadora Sofia Figueroa (daughter)
AwardsFull list
Musical career
OriginSan Lorenzo, Puerto Rico
GenresLatin pop
Labels
Websitechayanne.com

Elmer Figueroa Arce (born June 28, 1968), known professionally as Chayanne, is a Puerto Rican singer and actor. He has released 21 albums and sold over 15 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling Latin music artists.

As an actor, Chayanne participated in two Puerto Rican telenovelas broadcast by the WAPA-TV television station in the 80s. These were Sombras del Pasado with Daniel Lugo and Alba Nydia Díaz, and Tormento with Lugo and Yazmin Pereira.

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