Laurindo Almeida
Biography
Laurindo Almeida works in sound. Born September 2, 1917 in Miracatu, São Paulo, Brazil. Archytele tracks 9 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
9 titles- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self
- Have Gun, Will Travel (1957) as Guitarist
- A Star Is Born (1954) as Guitarist (uncredited)
- A Song Is Born (1948) as Laurindo Almeida (uncredited)
- Latin Lovers (1953) as Guitarist (uncredited)
- Road to Rio (1947) as Carioca Boy
- Runaway Girl (1965) as The Guitarist
- Carmen Miranda: Bananas Is My Business (1995) as Self
- Laurindo Almeida, Muito Prazer (1999) as Self (archive)
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What movies or TV shows is Laurindo Almeida best known for?
Laurindo Almeida is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Italian Job (1969), Have Gun, Will Travel (1957), A Star Is Born (1954), Latin Lovers (1953).
When and where was Laurindo Almeida born?
Laurindo Almeida was born on September 2, 1917 in Miracatu, São Paulo, Brazil.
How many credits does Laurindo Almeida have?
Laurindo Almeida has accumulated over 9 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1947 to 1999.
What is Laurindo Almeida's background in cinema and television?
Laurindo Almeida (September 2, 1917 – July 26, 1995) was a Brazilian guitarist and composer in classical, jazz, and Latin music. He and Bud Shank were pioneers in the creation of bossa nova. Almeida was the first guitarist to receive Grammy Awards for both classical and jazz performances. His discography encompasses mo...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Have Gun, Will Travel (1957) as Guitarist — aged about 39
- A Star Is Born (1954) as Guitarist (uncredited) — aged about 36
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self — aged about 43
- Latin Lovers (1953) as Guitarist (uncredited) — aged about 35
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