Ecuadorean musicians died when they were 27
Here are 1 famous musicians from Ecuador died at 27:
Christian Benítez
Christian Benítez (May 1, 1986 Quito-July 29, 2013 Doha) a.k.a. Cristian Benitez, Chucho, Christian Rogelio Benítez Betancourt, Israel or Panterita was an Ecuadorean football player. His children are Emily Guadalupe Benítez and Roger Cristiano Benítez.
Benítez played as a striker and was known for his speed, agility, and scoring ability. He began his professional career in Ecuador playing for El Nacional before moving on to play for clubs in Mexico, England, and Qatar. He was especially successful during his time with Club América in Mexico where he became a fan favorite and helped the team win multiple titles. Benítez also played for the Ecuador national team, earning over 50 caps and scoring 24 goals. His sudden death at only 27 years old shocked the football world and he was mourned by fans and players alike. Benítez's legacy endures through the charitable foundation established in his name which seeks to improve the lives of marginalized youth in Ecuador.
Benítez was born in Quito, Ecuador, and began playing football at a young age. He came from a family of footballers; his father Ermen Benítez was a professional footballer in Ecuador, and his brother Édison Méndez also played for the Ecuador national team.
In 2005, Benítez made his debut for El Nacional in Ecuador, where his impressive performances caught the attention of Mexican club Santos Laguna. He joined Santos Laguna in 2006 and helped the club win the Mexican Primera División in his first season.
Benítez then moved to England, where he played for Birmingham City on loan during the 2009-2010 season. Although he only scored 4 goals in 36 appearances for the club, he was admired by Birmingham City fans for his hard-working attitude on the pitch.
After a brief stint with Club Tijuana in Mexico, Benítez joined Club América in 2011, where he truly established himself as a star player. He helped the team win the Mexican Primera División twice and was the league's top scorer in the 2012 Apertura season.
Benítez's success at Club América earned him a big-money move to Qatari club El Jaish in 2013. However, tragically, he only played one game for the club before his sudden death due to cardiac arrest.
Benítez's death shocked the football world. He was mourned by fans and players alike, and tributes were paid to him during matches around the world. The Christian Benítez Foundation was established to honor his memory and improve the lives of disadvantaged children in Ecuador.
He died as a result of cardiac arrest.
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