Singer faced breast cancer; wake is scheduled for this Monday (21)
The singer Cristina Buarque, who faced breast cancer, died on Sunday (20) at 74. The news was shared by his son, Zeca Ferreira, in an Instagram post. Cristina, who stood out as a songwriter and sambista, was an emblematic figure on Paquetá Island, where she promoted samba wheels. She was the daughter of historian Sérgio Buarque de Holanda and sister of, Miúcha and Ana de Hollanda, former Minister of Culture. On social networks, Zeca paid tribute to her mother. “Human being more whole I have ever met.”
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Throughout her career, which began with the release of her first album in 1974, the artist released a total of 14 albums. His most recent work, “Great Terreiro and Cristina Buarque Sing Candeia”, was released in 2010. Cristina Buarque was admired not only for her striking voice, but also for her ability to heal sambas, promoting and valuing artists such as Dona Ivone Lara and Wilson Batista.
In addition to Zeca, 51, the singer leaves four more children: Ana (52), Paulo (49), Antonio (48) and Maria do Carmo (46). The wake will take place this Monday (21).
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