Leo Chiosso
Leo Chiosso | |
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Chiosso in 1962 | |
| Born | Leo Matteo Chiosso 8 August 1920 Chieri, Italy |
| Died | 26 November 2006 (aged 86) Chieri, Italy |
| Nationality | Italian |
| Occupation | Lyricist |
Leo Matteo Chiosso (Italian pronunciation: [ˈlɛːo ˈkjɔsso]; 8 August 1920 – 26 November 2006) was an Italian lyricist mostly known for his work with Fred Buscaglione. They formed a songwriting duo who produced about forty songs and created Buscaglione's public persona, a humorous tough guy with a penchant for whisky and women.