José Afonso
Sound·August 2, 1929·† February 23, 1987 — 57 years old·Aveiro, Portugal
Zeca Afonso is among the most influential folk and political musicians in Portuguese history. He became an icon in Portugal due to the role of his music in the resistance against the dictatorial regime of Oliveira Salazar. He is still widely listened to, not only in Portugal, but also abroad.
Known For
Filmography · 12
2025The PortugueseMusic2017Ermera RosesMusic2015Os Cravos e a RochaMusic2005A Shot in the DarkMusic1985No One TwiceFisherman1980BárbaraMusic1978O Meu Nome É...Self (uncredited)1977The Guns and the PeopleMusic1977Torre BelaSelf - Singer1976Boavista - Ein Dorf erwachtOriginal Music Composer1976Habitat-Un DéfiMusic1976… Pela Razão Que Têm!Music