Apollonia Kotero

Patricia Apollonia Kotero was an American model and singer. She is also co-starring in Prince's 1984 film, Purple Rain. She is known for co-starring in the film of Prince's Purple Rain and for having been the main singer for the girl group Apollonia 6. Apollonia was christened as an actress and female singer by Prince. Through the 1980s she was among several other performers who gained from Prince. Patricia Kotero was born in Santa Monica in California in 1959. Her career started as a model in the late 1970s. Kotero also appeared on CHiPS. The show's lead actress was of Prince's Purple Rain in 1984 (at which point he had changed her name). At the time of that year, she took over Vanity as part of the trio Vanity 6 and performed with the group under the name Apollonia 6 in the film. Sex Shooter on the soundtrack had a small popularity for her group, however as Prince's Duet Partner on Take Me with You she was more successful. The relationship between Kotero and Prince ended when the pair had an argument over her career direction. Apollonia 6, the group that she belonged to was broke up. Kotero then appeared in a few minor films in the late 1980s (reportedly refusing the opportunity to appear in the follow-up to Purple Rain Under the Cherry Moon), before settling on acting in a role at night for the drama Falcon Crest in 1985-1986. Apollonia's debut album was released in 1988. But the R&B/dance tracks weren't well-received by the public who purchased music. The album soon vanished. The actress continued acting (if somewhat obscure) in the next decade. The small roles on TV as well as minor film roles and exercise videos kept her active. Apollonia recorded a Spanish/English Album entitled Stay with Me in 1997. After returning to university she earned the degree of a bachelor in filmmaking. She also founded her own company. Apollonia Kotero is a household name for wearing many hats. Apollonia is an actress, model and former singer. She is most famous as an actress for her part in the film Purple Rain from 1984. In addition, she has been featured in several other movies and television shows, including Black Magic Woman and The Divorce Ceremony. Kotero debuted her career as a model. She participated in numerous events and contests. Kotero was crowned Miss San Pedro Beauty Pageant. She began her career in the late 1980s. Apollonia Kotero (born in New York City) is an American actress, performer and model. She is best recognized for being in the film "Purple Rain" as well as for being the vocalist in charge of the girl group Apollonia 6. As a singer she has recorded a number of album collaborations and solo albums as well as numerous songs, including Red Light Romeo Mismatch The Same Dream and Since I have fallen for You. Kotero played the role of an actress on several TV shows including CHiPs Fantasy Island Tales of the Gold Monkey Knight Rider Matt Houston Falcon Crest Falcon Crest Knight Rider Matt Houston. Aside from Purple Rain she also appeared in other films. Her popular films are Back To Back Black Magic Woman La Donna di una Sera and Cattive Ragazze. Additionally, the American beauty has appeared in music videos for artists like Ray Parker Jr. and Eddie Money. Kotero Entertainment was created by Kotero Entertainment, which is a multi-media company.