Rita Pavone is an Italian pop singer and actress who rose to fame in the 1960s with her energetic performances and unmistakable voice. Born on August 23, 1945, in Turin, Italy, she became a household name in her home country and beyond with hits like "Datemi un martello" (the Italian version of "If I Had a Hammer") and "Cuore." Her youthful charm and charisma made her a teen idol, and she even found success in the United States, appearing on The Ed Sullivan Show and recording English-language songs. Over the decades, Pavone has continued to perform and reinvent herself, proving her lasting influence on Italian pop music.
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