Steven Maxwell Porcaro is an American keyboardist, synth programmer, songwriter, film & television composer, and founding member of the rock band Toto, which he founded with his brother, drummer Jeff Porcaro, and later included their brother Mike Porcaro on bass. He has won three Grammy Awards, including Record of the Year for "Rosanna" and Album of the Year for Toto IV, and three nominations.
Steve Porcaro, American keyboard player and songwriter
On September 2, in the year 1957, Steve Porcaro, American keyboard player and songwriter. This event is recorded as a Notable Births event in the history of September 2, one of 443 recorded events on this date across all of history.
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- This event took place on September 2, 1957 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Births event in recorded history.
- Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 28 August 2026.
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