Maria Rita

World Music Singer

Birthday September 9, 1977

Birth Sign Virgo

Birthplace Sao Paulo, Brazil

Age 46 years old

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About

Música popular brasileira singer who became an instant star when her self-titled debut was certified platinum. She is the singer of numerous smash hit singles, including "Não Deixe O Samba Morrer," "Tá Perdoado" and "Cara Valente." 

Before Fame

She began singing professionally at age 24 and attended New York University

Trivia

She has won several Latin Grammy awards, including Best New Artist and Best Música Popular Brasileira Slbum for Maria Rita (2003) and Segundo (2005).

Family Life

She is the daughter of famed Brazilian musicians Elis Regina and Cesar Camargo Mariano. In 2011, she married musician Davi Moraes, with whom she has a daughter named Alice. She was previously married to film director Marcus Baldini, with whom she has a son named Antonio. 

Associated With

She is the namesake of family friend Rita Lee