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Bob Tutupoly
Singing the Indonesian hit Widuri
Tiada Maaf Bagimu · Lidah Tak Bertulang
- Born
- 13 November 1939
- Birthplace
- Surabaya
- Died
- 5 July 2022
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Bob Tutupoly
Bob Tutupoly was an Indonesian singer and television host. His career spanned recordings, nightclub performances and popular television programmes.
Early life
Surabaya beginnings
He began singing in local bands and hotel venues in Surabaya, including a jazz quartet associated with radio broadcasts.
Career
- 1965
Recording career
Began recording in Jakarta, including collaborations with the Pattie Sisters.
- 1969
United States
Moved to the US and performed in Las Vegas.
- 1976
Return to Indonesia
Returned home and recorded Widuri.
- Later career
Television
Hosted quiz and entertainment programmes on TVRI.
Selected work
Tiada Maaf Bagimu
One of his early recordings.
Lidah Tak Bertulang
A song associated with his rise as a vocalist.
Widuri
Became his signature hit.
Beyond work
Family
He married Rosmayasuti Nasution in 1977. They had a daughter, Sasha Karina.
Sources & photo credit
Biography and career ↗Biographical references ↗Original photograph. Cropped and displayed in monochrome.
Photo: Freddy Tanumihardja. Public domain · Original image. Cropped and displayed in monochrome.