Joe Dassin

French-American singer-songwriter (born Nov. 5, 1938 - died Aug. 20, 1980). A former doctor in Ethnology, Joe Dassin was the first French-singing artist signed by CBS and released several hits during the 70's. Son of [a=Jules Dassin]; brother of [a=Richelle Dassin] and [a=Julie Dassin]; father of [a=Julien Dassin].