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José Afonso was a Portuguese singer-songwriter, poet, and political activist. He was born in Aveiro, Portugal, and is considered one of the most influential figures in Portuguese popular music. He was known for his political activism and his songs often contained social and political messages. He was also known for his unique style of singing, which was a combination of traditional Portuguese folk music and modern jazz. José Afonso was a prolific songwriter, having written over 500 songs. He released his first album in 1959 and went on to release several more throughout his career. He was also a member of the Portuguese Communist Party and was an active participant in the Carnation Revolution of 1974. José Afonso died in 1987 at the age of 58. He is remembered as one of the most influential figures in Portuguese popular music and his songs are still widely listened to today.

Popular As José Manuel Cerqueira Afonso dos Santos
Occupation soundtrack,composer,music_department
Age 58 years old
Zodiac Sign Leo
Born 2 August 1929
Birthday 2 August
Birthplace Aveiro, Portugal
Date of death 23 February, 1987
Died Place Setúbal, Portugal
Nationality Portugal

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José Afonso Height, Weight & Measurements

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Who Is José Afonso's Wife?

His wife is Maria Amália Oliveira (1950 - 1 June 1963) ( divorced) ( 2 children), Zélia Afonso (? - 23 February 1987) ( his death) ( 2 children)

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Wife Maria Amália Oliveira (1950 - 1 June 1963) ( divorced) ( 2 children), Zélia Afonso (? - 23 February 1987) ( his death) ( 2 children)
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José Afonso Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is José Afonso worth at the age of 58 years old? José Afonso’s income source is mostly from being a successful Soundtrack. He is from Portugal. We have estimated José Afonso's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2023 $1 Million - $5 Million
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Source of Income Soundtrack

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Timeline

1983

In 1983 Zeca gave his last shows in Lisboa Coliseum and Porto Coliseum.

1974

In 1971 he recorded "Grândola Vila Morena" one of his most famous songs. This song is associated to April 25th 1974, the day that marks the end of Portuguese dictatorship.

1969

In 1969 he recorded "Cantares do Andarilho" in Paris and won the Award of Casa da Imprensa for best album of the year.

1965

With Zélia he had to children: a girl and a boy named Joana (b.1965) and Pedro (b.1969).

1964

In 1964 he went back to Africa, Mozambique, where he became a teacher. After that he returned to Portugal and was expelled from teaching, because he was against the Portuguese dictatorship.

1955

In 1955 his second child with Maria Amália was born, a baby girl named Maria Helena.

1953

In 1953 his first child was born, a boy named José Manuel.

1929

José Afonso was born on August 2, 1929 in Aveiro, Portugal as José Manuel Cerqueira Afonso dos Santos. He was married to Zélia Afonso and Maria Amália Oliveira.