Artist acted as a singer, dancer and theatrical producer and was hospitalized after a domestic accident
Icon of Queer culture and great partner of Raul Seixasthe artist Edy Star He died on Thursday, 24, at the age of 87. The news was shared on social networks by the biographer and friend, RICARDO SANTIAGO.
It is with immense sadness that we communicate the death of Edy Starearly in the early hours of today. He arrived at the hospital in a very serious condition, underwent dialysis, but faced more severe complications.
Edy He lived as he wanted – with art, courage and freedom – and will always deserve our applause.
We deeply thank all the demonstrations of affection, solidarity and mobilization in recent days. Edy Star: A life of courage! ”Says the statement.
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A text sent to the press states that the death of Edy occurred “due to clinical complications that have gotten worse in recent days” (via Folha de S. Paulo). The Bahian artist was hospitalized after a domestic accident.
Also through social networks, Santhiago Updated the friend’s health state in recent days. “Our dear Edy Star She had a home accident almost a week ago. At 87, he stayed in a UPA and his state of health quickly worsened, with imminent risk of renal failure – which can be fatal, “he wrote yesterday morning.” After much waiting and anguish, Edy It has just been transferred to Heliópolis Hospital. But this transfer needs to materialize in immediate care – we can’t allow more delays. ”
In the last update, published on the afternoon of Wednesday, 23, the biographer stated that Edy Star It was under emergency treatment, but that the artist’s situation was still critical. “He has no guaranteed vacancy in the ICU and will need intensive dialysis sessions. It is essential to maintain full attention and ensure that the hospital ensures its place and the continuity of its treatment.”
Cultural icon
EDIVALDO SOUZAbetter known by the stage name Edy Starwas born in Juazeiro, Bahia, on January 10, 1938. Irreverent, the artist is a true icon of Brazilian culture, with works such as singer, actor, composer, dancer, plastic artist and theatrical producer.
In the 1970s, it collaborated with Raul Seixas on the disc Kavernnial Grand Ordem Society presents session of the 10 (1971) alongside Sérgio Sampaio and Miriam Batucada.
Performing and questioning, the artist also became a symbol because he is one of the first to publicly assume homosexuality. The wake of Edy Star It will be this Friday, April 25, from 10am to 1pm, in the Araçá Cemetery.
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Source: Rollingstone
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