Jose Feliciano

Jose Feliciano…This Puerto Rican musician is known for his many international hits, including his best-

selling Christmas song “Feliz Navidad.” Feliciano was born blind. When he was five years old, his family

moved to New York City. At age 9, he performed at the Puerto Rican Theater in the Bronx. “I am proud

of being Hispanic and also proud of being a Hispanic American,” Feliciano said. “I don’t just wait for

Hispanic Heritage month to be proud of my heritage, and I try to show how proud I am of both in my

music and how I am.” Feliciano, has won numerous Grammy and Latin Grammy awards. JAMMIN’ one

oh one five recognizes Jose Feliciano