Nelson Cavaquinho
male
Born on October 29, 1911 (113 years old)
Passed Away on February 18, 1986
From Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Known for Acting
Biography
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.
