José Afonso

José Manuel Cerqueira Afonso dos Santos, better-known as Zeca Afonso or only "Zeca" (August 2, 1929 - February 23, 1987) was born in Aveiro, Portugal, son of José Nepomuceno Afonso, a judge, and Maria das Dor

José Manuel Cerqueira Afonso dos Santos, better-known as Zeca Afonso or only "Zeca" (August 2, 1929 - February 23, 1987) was born in Aveiro, Portugal, son of José Nepomuceno Afonso, a judge, and Maria das Dores. A popular singer, composer and poet, a remarkable left-winger with strong anti-fascist beliefs and action, with a huge role in the Democratic Carnation Revolution and the following process, Zeca was one of the most important personalities in 20th century Portuguese history. Years after his death, Zeca Afonso is still widely listened to, not only in Portugal, but also abroad.

José Afonso was born in Aveiro on August 2, 1929.