Renée and Renato

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Renée and Renato was a female/male vocal duo, who had a UK Number one hit in December 1982 with "Save Your Love".

Renée (real name Hilary Lester) was British born, while Renato Pagliari was Italian (Rome) born. While Renée returned to private life after the fame died down, Renato is still singing and occasionally sings at his brother's restaurant in Tamworth, Staffordshire, called Renato's. His credits include a guest spot on the TV comedy show "Little and Large" as well as being the singer for the Wall's ice cream jingle "Just one Cornetto". He has also issued several albums.

Contrary to popular belief, the duo are not strictly speaking one hit wonders, as follow-up single "Just One More Kiss" was a minor hit peaking at #48. Third single "Jesus Loves Us All" made number #100.

Renato is a keen fan of Aston Villa F.C. and during the early 90s was asked by manager Ron Atkinson to sing Nessun Dorma at half time following a particularly poor first half performance by the team. On completion of his performance Atkinson told the players 'Now that is passion! Go and show me some of that in the second half!'