Entertainment · Music · 1 hr ago
Brazilian singer and songwriter Regininha dies at 81
Brazilian singer and songwriter Regininha died at 81 on Tuesday.
Born Regina Amália Serra de Souza in Rio de Janeiro, she was known for performing “Teletema,” her biggest career hit.
The song was part of the soundtrack for Globo’s 1970 soap opera “Véu de Noiva,” starring Regina Duarte.
Before pursuing a solo career, she was part of Turma da Pilantragem and the trio Umas e Outras.
She later worked with artists including Gilberto Gil, Roberto Carlos and Elba Ramalho, and also made advertising jingles and voice recordings.
Her cause of death was not disclosed.
Brazilian singer and songwriter Regininha died on Tuesday at age 81.
She was known for performing “Teletema,” which became the biggest hit of her career.
The song featured in the soundtrack of Globo’s 1970 soap opera “Véu de Noiva.”
Regininha was born in Rio de Janeiro as Regina Amália Serra de Souza.
The cause of her death was not disclosed.
- Who
- Regininha, a Brazilian singer and songwriter.
- What
- She died at age 81.
- When
- Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
- Where
- Not stated.
- Why
- The cause of death was not stated.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
Regininha was a member of Turma da Pilantragem before pursuing a solo career.
She was part of the trio Umas e Outras, and “Teletema” featured in the soundtrack of the soap opera “Véu de Noiva.
She turned 81.
Regininha died at age 81.
- Age
- 81
- Birthplace
- Rio de Janeiro
- Birth name
- Regina Amália Serra de Souza
- Best-known song
- Teletema
- Soap opera
- Véu de Noiva” (1970)
Sources
Related news
Brazilian axé singer Netinho dies at 60
Kacey Musgraves Fires Back at Kristi Noem Over Texas Senate Candidate
Michael Stipe sets May 2027 release for debut solo album
Charlotte Cardin announces new album, Midnight, mon amour, for January 29
Sharon Osbourne says she wanted Megadeth on Black Sabbath farewell bill
James Hetfield says Metallica wants fans to leave outside worries behind
Shakira ends Madrid residency after 13 shows and about 700,000 fans
Shygirl announces first full-band tour for 2027
Judas Priest Nearly Joined Iron Maiden for a 2026 North American Tour
Raye manually reviews ticket sign-ups after 1.8 million apply for 5,000 seats
Dionne Warwick cancels New York benefit show over severe leg and foot pain
