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Birth name | Christopher Michael Oliva |
Born | Pompton Plains, New Jersey, U.S. | April 3, 1963
Died | October 17, 1993 Thonotosassa, Florida,[1] U.S. | (aged 30)
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Occupation(s) | Musician |
Instruments | Guitar |
Years active | 1978–1993 |
Formerly of | Savatage |
Christopher Michael Oliva (April 3, 1963 – October 17, 1993) was an American musician. He was one of the creators of the heavy metal band Savatage. He was the lead guitarist for the band as well. He made seven albums with the band.
In 1993, Oliva died when a drunk driver hit the car he was in.[2]