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Indonesian musicians died when they were 76

Here are 10 famous musicians from Indonesia died at 76:

Tarmizi Taher

Tarmizi Taher (October 7, 1936 Padang-February 12, 2013) was an Indonesian politician.

He was a member of the People's Representative Council from 1992 to 1997 and served as the Minister of State for the Environment in 1998. Tarmizi Taher was also a member of the Consultative Assembly from 1982 to 1987 and the Regional Representative Council from 1999 to 2004. In addition to his political career, Taher was a prominent figure in the Muslim community in Indonesia and served as the chairman of the Ulema Council of West Sumatra from 1975 to 2013. Taher was known for his efforts in promoting peace and tolerance between different religions and was recognized for his contributions to the development of Islam in Indonesia.

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Radius Prawiro

Radius Prawiro (June 29, 1928 Indonesia-May 26, 2005) was an Indonesian politician and photographer.

Prawiro was born in Batavia (now Jakarta), Indonesia and was a member of the Indonesian parliament from 1966 to 1969. In 1973, he became the Minister of Information under President Suharto's New Order regime.

In addition to his political career, Prawiro was also a renowned photographer. He began his career in photography in the 1950s and was one of the founders of the photography division of the Indonesian National Press in 1959. His photography work focused on documentary and social realism, often capturing images of everyday life in Indonesia.

Prawiro's work has been exhibited in several countries including Indonesia, Japan, and the United States. He also published several photography books including "Bali: The Traditional Way of Life" (1979) and "The Poor and the Forgotten" (1985).

Throughout his life, Prawiro was also involved in several cultural and educational organizations including the National Arts Council of Indonesia and the Indonesian Institute of the Arts. He was awarded the Satyalancana Kebudayaan award by the Indonesian government in recognition of his contributions to Indonesian art and culture.

He died in cardiovascular disease.

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Mohammad Jusuf

Mohammad Jusuf (June 23, 1928 Indonesia-September 8, 2004 Makassar) was an Indonesian politician and physician.

He was a member of the Golkar Party and served as the Governor of South Sulawesi from 1978 to 1988. During his time as governor, he implemented various policies and programs aimed at improving the social and economic conditions of the province.

Jusuf was also known for his work as a physician, particularly in the field of public health. He served as the Director General of Health for the Indonesian Ministry of Health from 1988 to 1993, where he oversaw the implementation of various health programs across the country.

In addition to his political and medical career, Jusuf was also a member of the Advisory Council of the State during the administration of President Suharto. He was also active in various social and cultural organizations, including the Indonesian Red Cross and the Indonesian Cricket Association.

Jusuf passed away in 2004 in Makassar at the age of 76. He is remembered for his contributions to Indonesian politics and healthcare, as well as his dedication to public service.

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Poncke Princen

Poncke Princen (November 21, 1925 Netherlands-February 22, 2002) was an Indonesian lawyer and politician.

Princen was born in the Netherlands and grew up in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia). He studied law at Leiden University and became involved in politics, joining the Social Democratic Party of Indonesia (Partai Sosialis Indonesia or PSI). However, his political career was cut short after the Indonesian government declared the PSI illegal and arrested its members in 1960.

Princen was forced to flee to the Netherlands, where he eventually became an activist for West Papuan independence. He also participated in left-wing political movements, including the Provo movement, which aimed to provoke social change in the Netherlands.

In 1965, Princen traveled to Cuba to meet with Che Guevara, and later joined Guevara's guerrilla movement in Congo, but left soon after due to disagreements with Guevara's tactics. He spent much of the remainder of his life traveling the world and advocating for social justice and environmental causes.

Princen is perhaps best known for his role in helping Timorese refugees during the Indonesian occupation of East Timor in the 1970s and 80s. He smuggled food and medical supplies to the refugees and criticized the Dutch government's support for the Indonesian government. Princen was awarded the Order of Timor-Leste by the Timorese government in 2000 for his humanitarian work.

Princen passed away in 2002 at the age of 76. He is remembered as a tireless advocate for human rights and social justice.

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Asrul Sani

Asrul Sani (June 10, 1927 West Sumatra-January 11, 2004 Jakarta) was an Indonesian writer, poet, screenwriter and film director.

Asrul Sani also played a prominent role in Indonesian politics, having been a member of the country's parliament and serving as the Minister of Information during the presidency of Abdurrahman Wahid. He began his career as a journalist and eventually became the editor-in-chief of the newspaper Indonesia Raya. As a writer, he was known for his commitment to social issues and his works often dealt with themes of poverty, inequality, and political corruption. He won several awards for his literary and journalistic works, including the prestigious S.E.A. Write Award in 1987. As a filmmaker, he directed several critically acclaimed films, including "Titian Serambut Dibelah Tujuh" and "Yang Muda Yang Bercinta". Asrul Sani's contributions to Indonesian literature and cinema continue to be celebrated and studied today.

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Ali Alatas

Ali Alatas (November 4, 1932 Jakarta-December 11, 2008 Singapore) was an Indonesian politician and diplomat.

Alatas served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Indonesia for more than two decades, from 1988 to 1999. He played a key role in shaping Indonesia's foreign policy during his tenure, particularly in the ASEAN region. He was known for his diplomatic skills and played a pivotal role in resolving conflicts in Cambodia and East Timor.

He also served as the President of the United Nations General Assembly in 1974-75, becoming the first Indonesian to hold the position. Alatas was awarded numerous accolades for his contribution to national and international diplomacy, including the title of Grand Master of the Order of the Defender of the Realm by the Malaysian government.

Apart from his political career, he was also an author and wrote several books on foreign policy and international relations. Alatas was married and had five children.

He died in myocardial infarction.

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Hamengkubuwono IX

Hamengkubuwono IX (April 12, 1912 Yogyakarta-October 1, 1988 George Washington University) otherwise known as Hamengku Buwono IX or Sri Sultan Hamengkubuwono IX was an Indonesian politician. He had one child, Hamengkubuwana X.

Hamengkubuwono IX was a member of the Royal House of Hamengkubuwono and was the ninth Sultan of Yogyakarta from 1940 until 1988. He played a significant role in the Indonesian independence movement and was involved in negotiations with the Dutch colonial authorities.

Aside from politics, Hamengkubuwono IX was interested in the arts and culture of Java. He was a patron of various forms of traditional Javanese arts, such as gamelan music and wayang puppetry. He was also a scholar of and wrote many books on Javanese culture and language.

Hamengkubuwono IX received various awards during his lifetime, including the Order of the Netherlands Lion, the highest level of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany, and the Order of the British Empire. He passed away in 1988 at the George Washington University Hospital in Washington, D.C., after receiving medical treatment.

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Frans Tumbuan

Frans Tumbuan (January 1, 1939 Makassar-March 23, 2015) also known as Franz Tumbuan was an Indonesian actor and businessperson. He had one child, Aditya Tumbuan.

Tumbuan started his acting career in 1960, appearing in several plays and movies. He gained popularity for his roles in action movies during the 1980s and 1990s. Tumbuan also ventured into the business world, establishing his own company PT Manyar Jaya Agung Group. In addition, he was involved in several social and cultural organizations, such as the Indonesian Film Artists Association and the Indonesian Traditional Dance Foundation. Tumbuan passed away in 2015 due to liver cancer at the age of 76.

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Rustam Effendi

Rustam Effendi (May 13, 1903 Padang-May 24, 1979 Jakarta) was an Indonesian author and politician. His child is Tammy Effendi.

Rustam Effendi was a prominent figure in the Indonesian independence movement and played a key role in the early years of the country's independence. He was a member of Indonesia's first cabinet as the Minister of Information and Propaganda and later served as the Minister of Education and Culture.

Effendi also had a successful career as a writer and is best known for his novel "Sengsara Membawa Nikmat" (translated as "Suffering Brings Happiness"). The novel, which has been translated into several languages, tells the story of a young couple in colonial Indonesia and addresses themes of love, class, and colonial oppression.

Throughout his life, Effendi was committed to bringing about social change and advancing the interests of the Indonesian people. He was a member of the Indonesian National Party and was involved in various leftist organizations. Despite facing persecution during the authoritarian regime of President Suharto, Effendi continued to speak out for the rights of the people until his death in 1979.

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Raden Adipati Aria Muharam Wiranatakusumah

Raden Adipati Aria Muharam Wiranatakusumah (November 28, 1888 Bandung-January 22, 1965 Jakarta) a.k.a. R. A. A. Wiranatakusumah V or Wiranatakusumah V was an Indonesian politician, film editor and cinematographer.

He was also known as Bapak Pendidikan Indonesia (Father of Indonesian Education) for his contributions in the field of education during the Indonesian independence movement. Wiranatakusumah V was one of the founders of the Partai Indonesia Raya (Great Indonesia Party) and was a member of the Indonesian parliament from 1956 to 1959. In addition to his political and educational work, he was also a film editor and cinematographer, contributing to the development of the Indonesian film industry. He worked on several acclaimed films, including “Pembalasan Si Pitung” (Revenge of Si Pitung) and “Tjitra” (Memory). His legacy and contributions to Indonesian society continue to be celebrated today.