Arlindo Cruz died this Friday at Barra D’Or Hospital, West Zone of Rio; The singer suffered a hemorrhagic stroke in 2017 and was almost a year and a half hospitalized
son of who died on Friday (8) at the age of 66 spoke for the first time about his father’s death. “A day of sadness, but of relief, because it is resting,” said the singer, in an interview with Rede Globo. “I even questioned various things in life [após o AVC]such a cool guy, intelligent such a present father… So, I think today it may be a day of more relief in these 8 and a half years, ”he added. Earlier, by a statement, Arlindo Cruz’s family, he had already spoken over death.“ More than an artist, Arlindo was a samba poet, a man of faith, generosity and joy, who dedicated his life to all who crossed their way. Your voice, your compositions and your smile will remain alive in the memory and heart of millions of admirers, ”says the statement.
“We deeply thank all the messages of affection, prayers and support gestures received throughout your career and, especially, at this time of farewell. Arlindo part leaving a huge legacy for Brazilian culture and an example of strength, humility and passion for art. May your music continue to echo and inspire the next generations, as always was your desire,” he adds.
Arlindo Cruz died on Friday at Barra d’Or Hospital, West Zone of Rio. The singer suffered a hemorrhagic stroke in 2017 and was almost a year and a half hospitalized. Since then, he had to deal with the sequelae of what happened and was hospitalized several times. A native of Rio de Janeiro, Arlindo was one of the best known sambistas in Brazil. He played cavaquinho and banjo, and thus gained fame.
