Celly Campello
Biography
Celly Campello, artistic name of Célia Campello Gomes Chacon (born Célia Benelli Campello; São Paulo, June 18, 1942 — Campinas, March 4, 2003), was a Brazilian singer, songwriter, actress and multi-instrumentalist, considered the precursor of rock in Brazil, popularizing the twist dance in the country. Due to the success of one of his songs, he participated in the soap opera Estúpido Cupido.
Known For & Full Filmography3 Titles
Movie - 1961, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
Zenó (Mazzaropi) is a poor gardener of a traditional school in São Paulo who falls in love with one of the local girls, much richer and younger than him. Willing to conquer her, he decides to get rich, getting involved in the most varied and funny situations.
Movie - 1959, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
Jeca Tatu is a lazy, simple-minded guy who has his property threatened by the greed of a landowner.
Movie - 2019, 2h 15m • as Self (archive footage)
Biographic documentary on the siblings who were pioneers in rock n'roll in Brazil.