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Wed, June 7, 2023
Brazilian bossa nova singer Astrud Gilberto, famous for "The Girl From Ipanema," passed away at 83 on June 5.
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Astrud's son, Marcelo, confirmed her death and shared the news on Facebook, emphasizing her impact on Brazilian music.
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Marcelo referred to Astrud as "the chief" and expressed gratitude for her energy and the lives she touched.
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Astrud's granddaughter, Sofia, paid tribute to her on Instagram, calling her a "pioneer" and vowing eternal love.
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Sofia mentioned that Astrud joined her late grandfather Joao Gilberto, stating they were now together.
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Astrud, born Astrud Evangelina Weinert, recorded numerous albums and achieved international fame in her career.
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"The Girl From Ipanema" became her accidental hit after she sang on the track during a recording session.
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The song, composed by Antonio Carlos Jobim and Vinícius de Moraes, became a global success in its English version.
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Despite the song's massive popularity, Astrud earned only $120 in session fees and did not profit from its success.
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