Koos du Plessis
South African musician (1945-1984) · South Africa · On the map · Musicians · Died at 38
Jacobus (Koos) Johannes du Plessis was a prominent South African singer-songwriter and poet, colloquially known as Koos Doep. Although he received critical acclaim for much of his work, he became best known for the runaway success of a rendition of his song "Kinders van die Wind" by Laurika Rauch.
Koos du Plessis is read about 26 times a day, in 8 languages.
A typical day, 30 days to 20 September 2026
The middle day of the days counted, so one week of news cannot move it. The line under it is the last 60 days, one point a day.
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About this person
Country
South Africa
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1945 to 1984 · aged 38
