Sergio Mendes, Brazilian bossa nova legend, dies at 83
By David Biller And Gabriela Sá Pessoa, The Associated Press on September 6, 2024.
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) – Sergio Mendes, the Brazilian Grammy-winning musician whose hit “Mas Que Nada” made him a global legend, has died after months battling the effects of long COVID. He was 83. The death Thursday of the Brazilian pianist, songwriter, and arranger was confirmed in a statement by his family. 3-2
