Akwaaba angelique kidjo biography
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Akwaaba angelique kidjo biography
Angélique Kpasseloko Hinto Hounsinou Kandjo Manta Zogbin Kidjo, born July 14, 1960, better known as Angelique Kidjo, is a Beninese singer, songwriter, actress, and human rights activist. She is a four-time Grammy Award-winner and a UNICEF international goodwill ambassador.
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| Full Name: | Angélique Kpasseloko Hinto Hounsinou Kandjo Manta Zogbin Kidjo |
| Date of Birth: | July 14, 1960 (age 61) |
| Place of Birth: | Ouidah, Benin |
| State of Origin: | Benin |
| Nationality: | Benin Republic |
| Occupation: | Singer, Songwriter & Actress |
| Net Worth: | $10 million |
| Husband: | Jean Hebrial |
Early Life and Education
Angelique Kidjo was born into a family of nine in Ouidah, Benin.
Her father is of Fon ancestry, while her mother is Yoruba.
She is bilingual as a result of her background, speaking French, English, and three other African languages, including Fon and Yoruba.
Her father was a musician, and her mother was a dancer a