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Frank Farian

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Frank Farian
Farian in 2008
Farian in 2008
Background information
Birth nameFranz Reuther
Also known as
  • Zambi
  • G. Mart
  • FMP
Born(1941-07-18)18 July 1941
Kirn, Germany
Died23 January 2024(2024-01-23) (aged 82)
Miami, Florida, U.S.
Occupation(s)Record producer, vocalist
Years active1958–2024

Franz Reuther (18 July 1941 – 23 January 2024),[1] better known as Frank Farian, was a German record producer and songwriter. He is best known as founder of the 1970s disco group Boney M. He created the group Milli Vanilli. He has also been associated with other music groups.

He was born in Kirn, Germany. Farian died in Miami on 23 January 2024, at the age of 82.[2][3]

References

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  1. "Frank Farian". All Music. Retrieved September 11, 2014.
  2. "German music producer Frank Farian dies aged 82". Deutsche Welle. 23 January 2024. Retrieved 23 January 2024.
  3. Keepnews, Peter (23 January 2024). "Frank Farian, the Man Behind Milli Vanilli, Is Dead at 82". The New York Times. Retrieved 23 January 2024.