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Marina Occhiena (born March 10, 1950, in Genoa, Italy) is an Italian singer, best known as a founding member of the pop group Ricchi e Poveri. She was with the group from its formation in 1967 until her departure in 1981. Occhiena's vocal contributions were an integral part of the group's early sound and success.
Mini Bio
Marina Occhiena is an Italian singer best known as a founding member of the popular pop group Ricchi e Poveri. She contributed to the group's signature vocal harmonies and performed with them for over a decade, achieving considerable success both in Italy and internationally.
Early Life
Born in Genoa, Italy, Marina Occhiena developed a passion for music at a young age. Details about her family and early education are limited.
Career
Occhiena co-founded Ricchi e Poveri in 1967 along with Franco Gatti, Angela Brambati, and Angelo Sotgiu. Sotgiu left shortly after, solidifying the group as a quartet. They rose to fame in the 1970s, participating in the Sanremo Music Festival multiple times and releasing numerous hit songs, including "Sarà perché ti amo." Occhiena departed from the group in 1981, embarking on a solo career with moderate success.
Personal Life
Information regarding Occhiena's personal life is generally kept private.
Channel Credits
RicchiEPoveriVEVO
2017 -
Official YouTube channel of Italian pop group Ricchi e Poveri. Watch their classic music videos and other content here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Was Marina Occhiena a founding member of Ricchi e Poveri?
Yes, Marina Occhiena was one of the original four members of Ricchi e Poveri.
When did Marina Occhiena leave Ricchi e Poveri?
Marina Occhiena left the group in 1981.
Why did Marina Occhiena leave Ricchi e Poveri?
The official reason given for her departure was to pursue a solo career. However, it was widely rumored to be due to a personal conflict within the group.
Has Marina Occhiena ever rejoined Ricchi e Poveri?
Yes, Marina Occhiena briefly rejoined Ricchi e Poveri for a reunion tour and performance at the Sanremo Music Festival in 2020.
Is Marina Occhiena featured in any videos on the RicchiEPoveriVEVO YouTube channel?
Yes, Marina Occhiena appears in videos on the channel from both her time as an original member and the 2020 reunion.
Does Marina Occhiena currently perform with Ricchi e Poveri?
No, after the 2020 reunion, Marina Occhiena is no longer performing with Ricchi e Poveri.
What are Marina Occhiena's YouTube stats across all credited channels?
As of 2025, Marina YouTube channels collectively have over 86.4K subscribers, more than 7,155.4M views, and have uploaded over 1.2K videos.
First name
Marina
Last name
Occhiena
Birthdate
March 10, 1950
Age 75
Birth location
Genoa, GE, IT
Years active
2017 - present
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