About Walter Franco
Lived 1945 – 2019 (aged 74). Walter Franco was a Brazilian singer, composer and musician.
Walter Franco (6 January 1945 – 24 October 2019) was a Brazilian singer and composer. In 1998 he contributed to the Rosa Passos album Especial Tom Jobim. His 1975 album Revolver was No. 50 on Rolling Stones list of the Top 100 Brazilian albums.
Franco died on 24 October 2019 after spending two weeks in hospital following a stroke. He was 74.
Discography 1973: Ou Não 1975: Revolver 1978: Respire Fundo 1980: Vela Aberta 1982: Walter Franco 2001: Tutano
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Who was Walter Franco?
Brazilian musician and singer (1945–2019)
When was Walter Franco born?
Walter Franco was born on 6 January 1945 in São Paulo.
When did Walter Franco die?
Walter Franco died on 24 October 2019 in São Paulo.
What was Walter Franco's occupation?
Walter Franco was a singer, composer and musician.
What nationality was Walter Franco?
Walter Franco was Brazilian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Walter Franco. https://biography.guide/walter-franco/
MLA: "Walter Franco." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/walter-franco/.
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