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Roberto Sánchez Ocampo, known professionally as Sandro, was born on August 19, 1945. He was a renowned Argentine singer and actor, known for his work in melodic song, rock and roll, and pop. Sandro is considered one of the pioneers of Argentine rock, being among the first artists to sing rock and roll in Spanish in Latin America. He is also regarded as one of Argentina's most important singers in history. Born to Vicente Sánchez and Irma Nydia Ocampo, Sandro grew up in Valentín Alsina, Buenos Aires. His early musical influences included Elvis Presley, whom he began imitating during his final year of primary school. At thirteen, Sandro left school to work various jobs and bought his first guitar, which he learned to play with the help of a friend, Enrique Irigoytía. In the early 1960s, Sandro adopted his stage name and formed the group Los Caniches de Oklahoma, recording his first single "Comiendo rosquitas calientes en el Puente Alsina." The group later became known as Los de Fuego, with Sandro transitioning from guitarist to lead vocalist. Their 1964 hit "Hay Mucha Agitación" marked his first major success. Sandro's solo career took off in the mid-1960s with the release of multiple albums and successful singles like "Quiero Llenarme de Ti," "Porque Yo Te Amo," and "Rosa, Rosa." His popularity extended throughout Latin America, earning him the title "Sandro de América." He also made a significant impact in the film industry, starring in and directing several movies. Known for his charismatic stage presence and seductive performance style, over time Sandro grew a dedicated fan base, especially among women. In his later years, Sandro struggled with health issues caused by chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Despite this, he continued to perform and released the acclaimed album El Hombre de la Rosa in 2001. In November 2009, Sandro underwent a double heart and lung transplant but succumbed to complications from the surgery on January 4, 2010.
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