Date of Birth

25 March 1982, San Vicente de la Barquera, Cantabria, Spain

Birth Name

David Bustamante Hoyos

Height

5' 9" (1.75 m)

Mini Biography

David Bustamante Hoyos was born March 25, 1982 in San Vicente de la Barquera (Cantabria), Spain. Simple, humble and pure emotion, David Bustamante's opportunity knocked in September of 2001 in the form of a television contest called Operación Triunfo. The program, similar to American Idol and Big Brother rolled together with Survivor, was an astonishing hit and broke ratings records as well as dominated the #1 position in CD sales charts every week during its 5 month run. When the program ended in February of 2002, David Bustamante was chosen as one of the three winners while 70% of the Spanish television audience cheered him on. Besides winning the program, he also won the love and respect of the population of his country.

Since then, David has released two solo albums. His first CD, Bustamante, was released in May 2002 and spent many months among the top selling CDs in Spain. He followed this with a very successful summer tour with over 70 concerts throughout all the cities of Spain. His second album, Asi Soy Yo, was released in November 2003 and was produced by music industry great Emilio Estefan. David success continues with this new album and has allowed him to opportunity to come to America and promote his music. We invite you to come watch our favorite singer grow and share the joy of being part of the evolution of this budding artist.

Spouse

Paula Echevarría (22 July 2006 - present)

Where Are They Now

(July 2003) Finalizing the tour of the concerts "Generacion OT" with his partners. Later he will go to Miami to record his new disc with Emilio Stefan.

(January 2006) Has announces that he and girlfriend actress Paula Echevarría are engaged. The wedding will take place in Covadonga (Asturias, Spain) on July 22nd, 2006.

(May 2008) The baby his wife is expecting is a girl and will be called Daniella.

(December 2007) Expecting first child with wife Paula Echevarría.

~ Updated: 2008-09-03 ~