Inezita Barroso

Born

1925-03-04

Died

2015-03-08

Birthplace

São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil

Biography

Inezita Barroso (born Ignez Magdalena Aranha de Lima) was a Brazilian singer, researcher and actress who focused on traditional folk songs. With a career spanning over five decades, she released more than 80 records and hosted the TV show "Viola, Minha Viola" for 35 years. She died in 2015, aged 90.