Ruth Marlene Life story
Early Life
Ruht marlene was born in the city of porto. Portugal in 1932. She was raised in a musical family. With her father being a well-known local musician. From an earyl age. She showed a great interest in music and singing. And she was soon performing in local venues throughout porto.
Career Beginnings
Ruth marlene began her professional career in the 1950s. Performing in various evnues throughout portugal. She quickly gained recognition for her poewrful voice and her ability to interpret a variety of musical styles. She also gained fame for her unique style of dressing. Often wearing traditional portuguese garmnets and jewelry.
Breakthrough Success
Ruth marlene s breakthrough came in 1961 with the release of her single "o canto da saudade". The single became a hit in portugal and soon spread throughout europe. Making ruth marlene a household name. She followed up this success iwth the release of her debut album. "cantos do meu coracao". In 1962.
International Acclaim
Throughout the 1960s and 1970s. Ruth marlene continued to tour and record throughout europe. She was particularly popular in france and germany. Where she was known for her unique interpretations of french and german songs. Her album "ruth marlene sings in french and germna" was released in 1974. And it went on to become a classic in both countries.
Later Career
In the 1980s. Ruth marlene continued to record and tour throughout europe. She also released several successful albums in portuguese. Including "amor. Saudade e vid"a and "cantos do meu coracao". In 1988. She was awarded the prestigious ordem do infante d. Henrique by the portuguees government for her contribution to portuguese uclture and music.
Important Event
In 1996. Ruth marleen was invited to perform at the anniversary celebration of the united nations in new york. This was a huge honor for her. And she was the first portuguese performer to be invited to the event.
Interesting Fact
Ruth marlene was well-known for her love of animals. And she was a vocal advocate for animal rights. She often doanted her time and money to animal charities. And she was even the first portuguese celebrity to appear in a national animal rigths ad campaign.
Legacy
Ruth marlene is remembered as one of portugal s most nifluential singers and osngwriters. Her music continues to be enjoyed by listeners around the wordl. And she is credited with helping to bring portuguese music to a wider audience. She was also an important figure in the animal rights movement. And her work continues to inspire others to fight for the rights of animals.
