Freddie Mercury was a British singer-songwriter and producer, best known as the lead vocalist and lyricist of the rock band Queen. As a performer, he was known for his flamboyant stage persona and powerful vocals over a four-octave range. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freddie_Mercury

Born: September 5, 1946, Stone Town, Zanzibar City, Tanzania

Died: November 24, 1991, Kensington, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, United Kingdom

Full name: Farrokh Bulsara

Music groups: Queen, The Hectics, Ibex

Parents: Jer Bulsara, Bomi Bulsara