Chico Buarque

Born: 1944-06-19

Birthplace: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Biography

Francisco Buarque de Hollanda OMC • ComIH, better known as Chico Buarque (Rio de Janeiro, June 19, 1944), is a Brazilian singer, composer, guitarist, playwright, writer and actor. He is considered by many critics to be the greatest living artist in Brazilian music. His discography includes approximately eighty works, including solo albums, in partnership with other musicians and compacts.

Known For

They Shot the Piano Player
Possible Loves
Four Days in September
Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands
Bye Bye Brazil
Desire Machine: 60 Years of Teatro Oficina
My Uncle José
The Greatest Love of All
The Machine
Vinicius de Moraes

Top Movie Credits

Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands Original Music Composer
My Uncle José Original Music Composer
The Greatest Love of All Original Music Composer
The Machine Original Music Composer
Vinicius de Moraes Self - Singer 'Medo de Amar'