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Biography
Ary Evangelista de Resende Barroso ONM (7 November 1903 – 9 February 1964) was a Brazilian composer, pianist, soccer commentator, and talent-show host on radio and TV. He was one of Brazil's most successful songwriters in the first half of the 20th century. Barroso also composed many songs for Carmen Miranda during her career.
Awards & recognition
- Order of Cultural Merit (Brazil) · 2003
- Academy Award — Best Original Song · 1945 · nominated
