Brazilian composer, singer, multi-instrumentalist, writer, actress and activist Rita Leeone of the most popular female figures in music from the neighboring country, was admitted early Friday at the Albert Einstein hospital in Sao Paulo, local media reported.
According to a posting on the artist’s official Instagram account, the hospitalization is linked to the aftermath of treatment for lung cancer detected in 2021 and reported to be in remission in April last year.
“Like anyone who has undergone or is undergoing cancer treatment, hospitalizations for tests may be necessary. The family appreciates the affection, sure of respect for privacy, as established from the beginning”, indicates the brief text that the husband of the 75-year-old -The old singer, Roberto de Carvalho, also responded to his goals.
Until now No further official details have been released. about what the singer is like.
A beloved and popular figure
Born on December 31, 1947 in São Paulo, Rita Lee Jones would become a point of reference in the 70s. You were a member of Os Mutantes between 1966 and 1972, one of the most dynamic, talented and radical groups of the psychedelic era, with hits such as Child AND It is forbidden to Prohibit. They were a founding part of Tropicalismo – together with Caetano Veloso, Gilberto Gil, Gal Costa, Tom Zé among others.
Subsequently, from 1973 to 1978, Rita joined the band Tutti Frutti, with which she marked a turning point in Brazilian rock. Among her successes were songs Mother Nature AND Now only the voice is missing.
He then continued with his solo career, mounting dozens of albums and performing in multiple genres, in which he was able to sing with figures such as Elis Regina and Joao Gilberto.
In December 2008, she duetted with Brazilian star Roberto Carlos in his traditional New Year’s Eve special, singing a medley of hits by both. This participation was broadcast by Rede Globo in Brazil.
Private life
Rita Lee began a relationship with Roberto de Carvalho in 1976, with whom she has collaborated musically on most of her songs since, and with whom she has three children.
He also wrote children’s books, starred in popular novels and films, hosted radio and television programs. She is also an acknowledged activist of causes such as animal rights, among other facets.
In 2007 she obtained the title of carioca, being declared an illustrious citizen of the city of Rio de Janeiro, great merit and great pride for her as a paulista.
Source: Clarin
