Claudio Cecchetto
Claudio Cecchetto, born on April 19, 1952, in Ceggia, Italy, is a renowned Italian record producer, DJ, musician, and talent scout. He began his career in the music industry as a DJ at the Divina disco in Milan and later joined Radio Milan International in 1975. Cecchetto is celebrated for founding Radio DeeJay in 1982 and Radio Capital in 1994, both significant Italian radio stations. He played a pivotal role in launching the careers of numerous Italian artists and television personalities, including Jovanotti, Fiorello, Sabrina Salerno, and 883.
As a performer, Cecchetto released the hit single "Gioca-Jouer" in 1981, which topped the Italian charts. He also hosted several major Italian music festivals, such as the Festival di Sanremo and Festivalbar. Beyond his professional achievements, Cecchetto married Maria Paola Danna in 1992, and they have two children, Jody and Leonardo. Known for his contributions to the Italian music scene, Cecchetto remains a prominent figure in the industry.