Nelson Cavaquinho
ActorBirthday | Oct 29, 1911 (75 years old) |
Deathday | Feb 18, 1986 |
Place of birth | Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
Gender | Male |
Nelson Antônio da Silva (October 29, 1911 – February 18, 1986), better known by the stage name Nelson Cavaquinho, was one of the most important singer/composers of samba. He is usually seen as a representative of the tragic aspects of samba thematics, with many songs about death and hopelessness. He was a prominent figure of samba school Estação Primeira de Mangueira.
Known for
Muito Prazer
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Himself
Sep 25, 1979
Acting
Participated in 10 movies, 0 TV series