Carmen Miranda
Carmen Miranda (February 9, 1909 – August 5, 1955) was a Portuguese-Brazilian singer and actress. She was best known for her exotic costumes and hats made of fruit.
Carmen Miranda | |
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Born | Maria do Carmo Miranda da Cunha, GCIH 9 February 1909 |
Died | 5 August 1955 | (aged 46)
Cause of death | Heart attack |
Other names | The Brazilian Bombshell The Chiquita Banana Girl The Lady in the tutti frutti hat |
Years active | 1928–1955 |
Spouse(s) | David Alfred Sebastian (m. 1947–1955) her death |