Denise Assunção died this Thursday 4th at the age of 67 as a result of colon cancer
The singer, actress and songwriter Denise Assuncao He died this Thursday at the age of 67 from complications of colon cancer. The information was published by Itamar Assumpção Instituteresponsible for managing the estate of the artist's brother, who informed him that the artist had been included in the Hospital das Clínicas of São Paulo. Denise had a distinguished career in music and theater. She appeared in the shows of the Banda Isca de Police under the direction of her brother Itamar Assumpção, one of the main names in Vanguarda Paulista in the 80s.
“The Itamar Assumpção Institute announces with deep regret the death of Denise Assunção, actress, singer and composer. Admittedly one of the greatest Brazilian artists. Denise was 67 years old and died on the morning of January 4th at the Hospital das Clínicas in São Paulo as a result of colon cancer,” an excerpt from the note reads.
The artist also shone as an actress and appeared in successful television series such as the miniseries “Hoje é dia de Maria”. At the movie theaterDenise starred in films by Mazzaropiand in the theater he was the star of the renowned Workshop theater, founded by Zé Celso. According to the statement of the Instituto Itamar Assumpção, Denise was an artist who represented dignity and lineage.
The statement highlights the conspicuous presence that impresses with her awareness, talent and firm stance aimed at reaffirming the need for respect and reparation. Denise leaves behind “nieces, nephews, friends, fans and admirers, as well as her cat Cornelius and an unwavering belief in art,” the note said. The artist's family has not yet provided any information about the place and time of the farewell ceremonies.