Amália Rodrigues: The Queen of Fado
Amália Rodrigues is widely recognized as the most important figure in the genre of fado, which is a traditional form of Portuguese music characterized by mournful tunes and lyrics about the sea, love, and loss.
- Birth: July 23, 1920
- Death: October 6, 1999
- Known For: Fado music, haunting voice, emotional performances