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Luiz Bonfá was a Brazilian composer, guitarist, and singer who is best known for his work in the bossa nova style. He was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on October 17, 1922. He began playing guitar at the age of 12 and soon became a professional musician. He was a member of the influential group of Brazilian musicians known as the "Grupo dos Sete" (Group of Seven). Bonfá's most famous composition is the song "Manhã de Carnaval" (Morning of Carnival), which was featured in the 1959 film Black Orpheus. He also composed the soundtrack for the film, which won an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. Bonfá's music has been recorded by many artists, including Ella Fitzgerald, Stan Getz, and Antonio Carlos Jobim. He also wrote the music for the musical "Orfeu da Conceição" (Orpheus of the Conception). Bonfá died in Rio de Janeiro on January 12, 2001. He was 78 years old. Luiz Bonfá's net worth is estimated to be around $10 million. He earned his wealth from his successful career as a composer, guitarist, and singer. He also earned money from royalties from his compositions and performances.

Popular As Luiz Floriano Bonfá
Occupation soundtrack,composer,actor
Age 79 years old
Zodiac Sign Libra
Born 17 October, 1922
Birthday 17 October
Birthplace Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Date of death 12 January, 2001
Died Place Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Nationality Brazil

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Luiz Bonfá Net Worth

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Source of Income Soundtrack

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1959

Bonfá, who was well-known for his musical contributions to the Brazilian film Orfeu Negro (1959) ("Black Orpheus") died on the same day, in the same year as actor Ademar da Silva, who starred in the film playing the role of the "angel of death" that follows the main character throughout the film.

1922

Luiz Bonfá was born on October 17, 1922 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil as Luiz Floriano Bonfá.