Ecuadorean musicians died when they were 51
Here are 1 famous musicians from Ecuador died at 51:
Carlos Enrique Brito Benavides
Carlos Enrique Brito Benavides (November 12, 1891-February 2, 1943 Quito) was an Ecuadorean personality.
He was a renowned poet, journalist, diplomat, and politician. Benavides was a prolific writer and was considered as one of the most prominent literary figures of his time. He published several collections of poetry including "La Lira Ecuestre" and "Poemas de la Vida y la Muerte".
Aside from his literary career, Benavides was also involved in politics. He served as an elected member of the National Assembly of Ecuador from 1917 to 1920 and was later appointed as Ecuador's ambassador to Colombia in 1922. He also served as the governor of the province of Tungurahua from 1934 to 1935.
Benavides' extensive contributions to Ecuador's culture and society earned him various accolades, including the National Prize of Literature in 1941. He passed away on February 2, 1943, leaving behind a legacy as a literary genius and a distinguished diplomat and politician.
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