Rest In Peace Astrud Gilberto … #astrudgilberto #bossanova #thegirlfromipanema #dindi …. It’s clearly the end of an Era, first Tina now Astrud. Both 83 years old, Both crossed barriers with their talent and sexy appeal. Astrud Gilberto, the Brazilian singer, songwriter and entertainer whose off-hand, English-language cameo on “The Girl from Ipanema” made her a worldwide voice of bossa nova, has died at age 83. One of Brazil's biggest stars of the 1960s and 70s, she recorded 16 albums and worked with artists ranging from Quincy Jones to George Michael.
Her version of The Girl From Ipanema sold more than five million copies and helped to popularise bossa nova.
Sofia Gilberto, the artist's granddaughter, broke the news of her death on IG. Rest In Peace Goddess.
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