Sacha Distel

Sacha Distel (January 29, 1933 - July 22, 2004) was a French singer who had hits such as Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head and Scoubidou. He was born in Paris.

At age 16, Distel became a professional jazz guitarist. Over his career he worked alongside Dizzy Gillespie and Tony Bennett.

Sacha Distel had a much publicized relationship with actress Brigitte Bardot but in 1963 he married skier Francine Bréaud.

During the 1970s, he became popular outside France, and once compered the Miss World contest in London.

In 2001, Distel had a part as lawyer Billy Flynn in the London production of the musical Chicago.

Sacha Distel died on July 22, 2004 after a long illness in Rayol-Canadel, south-east France.