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Singer
Jacques Brel
Belgian singer (1929 to 1978)
Jacques Brel was born on April 8, 1929 and died on October 9, 1978, aged 49.
Official links: Official website (fondationbrel.be) · YouTube · Wikipedia
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Jacques’s birthday, by the numbers
- Jacques Brel was born on a Monday.
- Jacques Brel would have turned 97 in 2026.
- Half birthday: October 8. Birthstone: Diamond.
- Jacques Brel belongs to Born before 1946, the stars born before the Baby Boom.
Age gaps
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Frequently asked questions
When was Jacques Brel born?
Jacques Brel was born on April 8, 1929 and died on October 9, 1978, aged 49.
What is Jacques Brel’s zodiac sign?
Aries, born April 8.
Does Jacques Brel have an official website?
Yes: fondationbrel.be.