Allen, Peter (singer), 1944-1992

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Peter Allen (born Peter Richard Woolnough;10 February 1944 - 18 June 1992) was an Australian singer-songwriter, musician and entertainer, known for his flamboyant stage persona and lavish costumes. He began his performing career with Chris Bell as one of the Allen Brothers, who were a popular cabaret and television act in the early 1960s. He began performing as "Peter Allen" around the same time. In 1998, a musical about his life, The Boy from Oz debuted in Australia. Link to catalogue record.

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