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(Pilita Corrales)
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Early Life and Career
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Pilita Corrales was born on August 22, 1939, in Lahug, Cebu City to Jose Corrales y Zaragoza, a businessman from Ermita, Manila and Maria Garrido Manzano, who was a Spanish emigrant from Granada. This diverse cultural background played a significant role in shaping Pilita's unique musical style. Her parents' support and encouragement were instrumental too in her pursuit of a career in music.
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Corrales' journey into the world of music began after she completed her studies at Colegio de la Inmaculada Concepcion in Cebu. She went to Spain to enroll in a finishing or charm school in music.
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Upon finishing her education in Spain and working in radio in Manila, Pilita Corrales crossed paths with John Calvert, an American actor and magician who would later become her manager. 
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Australia
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In 1959, Pilita joined John's troupe of performers on his yacht, embarking on a journey to Singapore and Australia. Their voyage took a dramatic turn when they were shipwrecked off the Northern Territory's coast, leaving them stranded and making news across Australia. After a four-day search, the Royal Australian Air Force located them and subsequently were transported to Darwin by the Royal Australian Navy (RAN). Her rescue by the RAN made headlines. A feature story on these events marked the beginning of her illustrious career in the Australian media.
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Pilita Corrales, Asia's Queen of Songs was born on August 22, 1939, in Lahug, Cebu City