Roberto Carlos - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 19, 1941 |
|---|---|
| Age | 84 |
| Birthplace | Cachoeiro de Itapemirim, Espírito Santo, Brazil |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Roberto Carlos's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Roberto Carlos is best known for his long career as a leading artist in Brazilian music, particularly as a pioneer of the 'Jovem Guarda' movement and for his romantic ballads. He is regarded as a central figure in the development of Brazilian pop and romantic music. |
Intro
Roberto Carlos is a renowned Brazilian singer and songwriter considered one of the most influential figures in Latin American music. He is often referred to as the 'King of Latin Music' and has had a significant impact on the development of Brazilian popular music.
Early Life & Background
Roberto Carlos was born in Cachoeiro de Itapemirim, Espírito Santo, Brazil. He began showing musical talent early in his life, performing on local radio by the age of nine. Despite a childhood accident that resulted in the loss of part of his right leg, he pursued music avidly and quickly gained recognition.
Career Highlights
- Achieved national fame in the 1960s as a leader of the 'Jovem Guarda' (Young Guard) musical movement in Brazil.
- Won the Latin Grammy Award for Best Portuguese Language Singer-Songwriter Album in 2004.
- Sold over 140 million albums worldwide, making him one of Latin America's best-selling artists.
- Winner of a Grammy Award for Best Latin Pop Album in 1989.
- Named Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year in 2015.
Trivia
- He is often called 'O Rei' ('The King') in Brazil.
- Roberto Carlos is famous for his annual Christmas special televised in Brazil.
- He has released albums in Portuguese, Spanish, English, Italian, and French.
- He is the only artist to win the Festival de Sanremo in Italy despite being a foreigner.
FAQs
People also ask
Roberto Carlos is 84 years old.
Roberto Carlos was born the 19 April 1941.
Cachoeiro de Itapemirim, Espírito Santo, Brazil.
On His Birth-Day
About April 19th, 1941, in brief:
- Historical events: On April 19, 1941, Bulgarian forces entered Vardar Macedonia, annexing the region and establishing control over the area.
- Day of the week: April 19th, 1941 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Sergeant York directed by Howard Hawks
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