Venezuelan musicians died because of Alzheimer's disease

Here are 1 famous musicians from Venezuela died in Alzheimer's disease:

Simón Díaz

Simón Díaz (August 8, 1928 Barbacoas, Aragua-February 19, 2014 Caracas) otherwise known as Simon Diaz or Díaz, Simón was a Venezuelan singer, musician and composer.

His albums include Gold, Recuerda y canta, Tangos, Mis canciones: My Songs, Tonadas, Aguinaldos y Tradiciones and .

...Caballo Viejo. He is best known for his song "Caballo Viejo," which became an international hit and is now considered a classic Venezuelan folk song. Diaz was also popular for his contributions to children's music, including the song "El Becerrito" which has been widely used in Venezuelan schools. He was awarded the Latin Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2008 for his contributions to music. Diaz was also a accomplished painter and writer, publishing several books on Venezuelan folk culture. He passed away in 2014 at the age of 85, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most beloved and influential cultural icons in Venezuela's history.

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