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Chris Cornell

1964–2017Seattle, WAItalian American descendantHistoric
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Why Included

Soundgarden lead singer; Black Hole Sun; Audioslave; mother of Italian-American heritage

Biography

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (Soundgarden); Grammy Award winner; grunge-era giant

Notable For

  • Soundgarden lead singer
  • Black Hole Sun
  • Audioslave
  • mother of Italian-American heritage

Honors & Recognition

  • Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (Soundgarden)
  • Grammy Award winner
  • grunge-era giant
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Quick Facts

Field
Music
Specialty
Rock
Years
1964–2017
Birth Place
Seattle, WA
Origin
Italian American descendant
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