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Brazilian musicians died when they were 64

Here are 10 famous musicians from Brazil died at 64:

Oswald de Andrade

Oswald de Andrade (January 11, 1890 São Paulo-October 22, 1954 São Paulo) a.k.a. José Oswald de Andrade Souza was a Brazilian writer.

His albums: Ouvindo Oswald.

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Francisco de Sales Torres Homem, Viscount of Inhomirim

Francisco de Sales Torres Homem, Viscount of Inhomirim (January 29, 1812-June 3, 1876) was a Brazilian writer, journalist, politician and economist.

Born in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Torres Homem was the third son of Portuguese nobleman Francisco de Sales Torres Homem, who served as the second Baron of Inhomirim. He studied law in the city of Coimbra, Portugal, but returned to Brazil in 1832 due to the death of his father.

Back in Brazil, Torres Homem began working as a journalist and writer, contributing to several publications such as O Espelho, O Patriota, and O Liberal. He also served in the Brazilian parliament, where he defended abolitionist ideals and advocated for the creation of economic policies to promote the country's development.

Torres Homem was a prolific writer throughout his life, producing works in a variety of genres such as poetry, fiction, and essays. Some of his most notable works include "A Dificuldade de Estudar a História do Brasil" (The Difficulty of Studying Brazilian History), "Lira Brasileira" (Brazilian Lyre), and "A Escravidão no Brasil e as Medidas que Conviria Tomar para Extinct-la" (Slavery in Brazil and Measures to be Taken to Abolish it).

In addition to his literary and political achievements, Torres Homem is also recognized for his contributions to economics, particularly in his advocacy for free trade policies and modernization of the Brazilian banking system.

Torres Homem passed away in Rio de Janeiro in 1876, leaving behind a legacy as a prominent figure in Brazilian literature, politics, and economics.

Pascoal Ranieri Mazzilli

Pascoal Ranieri Mazzilli (April 27, 1910 Caconde-April 21, 1975 Caconde) was a Brazilian politician.

He served as the President of Brazil for a brief period of two non-consecutive times - from April 11 to April 15, 1964, and from August 31 to September 6, 1961. Mazzilli belonged to the Social Christian Party and was an active politician throughout his career. He also served as a Congressman from São Paulo and held various other political positions. Mazzilli played a significant role in Brazilian politics during the 1960s, which was a period of political instability in the country. Despite his short tenure as President, his actions had a considerable impact on Brazil's future political landscape. After his retirement from politics, he returned to his hometown of Caconde, where he died in 1975.

Roberto Emílio da Cunha

Roberto Emílio da Cunha (June 20, 1912 Niterói-March 20, 1977) also known as Roberto Emilio da Cunha was a Brazilian personality.

He started his career as a football player, playing for local clubs in Niterói before joining Fluminense Football Club in 1935. He played as a midfielder and is known for his impressive playmaking skills. After retiring from football, he became a sports commentator and worked for several radio and television stations in Brazil. He was also a journalist and a writer, and his works covered a wide range of topics including sports, politics, and literature. Cunha was a prominent figure in Brazilian cultural and intellectual circles and his contributions to Brazilian journalism and literature are widely recognized. In addition, he was a strong advocate for social justice and democratic values, and his work often reflected his commitment to these causes. He passed away in 1977 at the age of 64.

José Mauro de Vasconcelos

José Mauro de Vasconcelos (February 26, 1920 Bangu, Rio de Janeiro-July 24, 1984 São Paulo) was a Brazilian writer, actor and screenwriter.

Vasconcelos is best known for his novel "My Sweet Orange Tree" (Meu Pé de Laranja Lima in Portuguese), which has been translated into several languages and adapted into films, TV shows and plays. The novel, which is semi-autobiographical, tells the story of a young boy named Zeze who lives in poverty with his family in Rio de Janeiro and forms a deep bond with a magical orange tree in his backyard.

Vasconcelos wrote more than 20 books in his lifetime, many of which drew from his own experiences growing up in poverty. In addition to his writing, Vasconcelos worked as an actor in Brazilian theater and film, and also wrote screenplays for several movies.

Vasconcelos' work has had a significant impact on Brazilian literature and culture, and he is remembered as a talented and visionary writer who brought important issues of poverty and social inequality to the forefront of national discourse.

He died as a result of bronchopneumonia.

Pinheiro Machado

Pinheiro Machado (May 8, 1851 Cruz Alta, Rio Grande do Sul-September 8, 1915 Rio de Janeiro) was a Brazilian politician and jurist.

He was known for his intense political activity and was one of the founders of the Republic Party. Pinheiro Machado was a prominent member of the Brazilian congress and served as a senator from Rio Grande do Sul for multiple terms. He was also a skilled orator and his speeches were highly regarded in political circles. His political ideals were centered around democracy, nationalism, and social justice. Machado played a key role in the Revolution of 1904 in Brazil, which ousted President Francisco de Paula Rodrigues Alves. He was unfortunately assassinated in 1915 by political rivals while on a train journey to Rio de Janeiro. Despite his untimely demise, his legacy continued to inspire future generations of Brazilian politicians.

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Humberto Teixeira

Humberto Teixeira (January 5, 1915 Iguatu-October 3, 1979 Rio de Janeiro) a.k.a. Humberto Cavalcanti Teixeira or Teixeira, Humberto was a Brazilian film score composer and flutist. He had one child, Denise Dumont.

Teixeira is known for his contributions to the music genre known as forró, which originated in the northeastern region of Brazil. He was a prolific composer and his partnership with another Brazilian musician, Luiz Gonzaga, led to the creation of many popular forró songs. Some of their most famous collaborations include "Asa Branca" and "Baião". Teixeira's music has been covered by many Brazilian artists and his legacy as an influential figure in Brazilian music continues to live on. In addition to his work in the music industry, Teixeira also had a successful career in law and served as a member of the municipal council of Rio de Janeiro.

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Cláudio Abramo

Cláudio Abramo (April 6, 1923 São Paulo-August 14, 1987) was a Brazilian personality.

He was a renowned journalist, writer, and political analyst, widely respected for his incisive and critical writing style. Abramo began his career in journalism in the 1940s and quickly gained recognition for his coverage of political scandals and corruption in Brazil.

In the 1950s, he co-founded the newspaper Folha de S.Paulo and served as its editor-in-chief for several years. During his tenure, Abramo transformed the newspaper into one of the most influential publications in Brazil, known for its investigative reporting and commitment to democratic values.

Abramo was also involved in politics and activism, particularly during Brazil's military dictatorship in the 1960s and 1970s. He was a vocal critic of the regime and was arrested several times for his opposition to the government's policies.

Despite facing numerous challenges and setbacks throughout his career, Abramo remained committed to his principles and ideals, inspiring generations of journalists and activists in Brazil and beyond.

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Carlos Kroeber

Carlos Kroeber (September 20, 1934 Belo Horizonte-June 12, 1999 Rio de Janeiro) also known as Carlos Henrique Kroeber was a Brazilian actor.

He began his acting career in the 1960s and worked in the theater, television, and film industries. Kroeber became well-known for his roles in Brazilian telenovelas, including "Rainha da Sucata" and "O Rei do Gado". He also appeared in several Brazilian films, such as "Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands" and "O Homem do Ano". In addition to acting, Kroeber was also a professor of acting at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro. He passed away in 1999 due to a heart attack at the age of 64.

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Pedro de Alcântara, Prince of Grão-Pará

Pedro de Alcântara, Prince of Grão-Pará (October 15, 1875 Petrópolis-January 29, 1940 Petrópolis) also known as Prince Pedro de Alcantara of Orléans-Braganza, Pedro de Alcântara of Orléans and Braganza, Prince of Grão Para, Dom Pedro de Alcântara of Orléans and Braganza, Prince of Grão Para or Pedro de Alcântara Luiz Filipe Maria Gastão Miguel Gabriel Rafael Gonzaga was a Brazilian personality. His children are Prince Pedro Gastão of Orléans-Braganza, Princess Isabelle of Orléans-Braganza, Maria Francisca of Orléans-Braganza, Duchess of Braganza, Prince João Maria of Orléans-Braganza, Princess Teresa of Orléans-Braganza and Prince João Maria of Orléans-Braganza.

Pedro de Alcântara was a member of the Brazilian Imperial Family, being the grandson of Emperor Pedro II of Brazil. He was the eldest son of Isabel, Princess Imperial of Brazil and her husband Prince Gaston, Count of Eu. As a member of the imperial family, Pedro de Alcântara played an active role in the cultural and social life of Brazil.

He served as a senator and represented Brazil at the League of Nations. He was also a writer and devoted much of his life to the study of Brazilian history and culture. Pedro de Alcântara was known for his interest in music, literature, and astronomy.

In 1908, Pedro de Alcântara married Countess Elisabeth Dobrzensky de Dobrzenicz, a member of a Czech aristocratic family. They had six children together. After his father's death in 1922, Pedro de Alcântara became head of the Brazilian Imperial Family.

Despite the ousting of the monarchy in Brazil in 1889, Pedro de Alcântara continued to advocate for the restoration of the monarchy in Brazil until his death in 1940. He is buried in the Imperial Crypt in Petrópolis, Brazil.