History of Astrud Gilberto in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 26, 2024

Astrud Gilberto was a renowned Brazilian singer and songwriter celebrated for her contributions to samba and bossa nova music. Her rendition of "The Girl from Ipanema" propelled her to global fame in the mid-1960s.

March 29, 1940: Birth of Astrud Gilberto

Astrud Evangelina Weinert, later known as Astrud Gilberto, was born on March 29, 1940.

1959: Marriage to João Gilberto

Astrud Weinert married João Gilberto in 1959.

1963: Immigration to the United States

Astrud Gilberto immigrated to the United States in 1963 and established permanent residency.

1963: First Professional Recording and "The Girl from Ipanema"

Astrud Gilberto made her first professional recording on the album "Getz/Gilberto" in 1963, which included her breakout performance of "The Girl from Ipanema".

1964: Separation from João Gilberto

According to the Associated Press, Astrud and João Gilberto divorced in 1964 after his affair with Miúcha.

1964: Tour and Reported Affair with Stan Getz

During a 1964 tour, Astrud Gilberto reportedly had an affair with saxophonist Stan Getz, which received significant attention from the Brazilian press.

1964: Breakthrough with "The Girl from Ipanema" Single

The edited single of "The Girl from Ipanema," released in 1964, propelled Astrud Gilberto to international fame and became a global hit.

1965: Debut Solo Album

Astrud Gilberto released her first solo album, "The Astrud Gilberto Album," in 1965.

1982: Son Joins Her Musical Group

Astrud Gilberto's son, Marcelo, joined her musical group in 1982 as a bassist and took on roles as her road manager, sound technician, and personal assistant.

1987: Basia's Tribute Song "Astrud"

Polish singer Basia released a tribute song titled "Astrud" on her 1987 debut album "Time and Tide", dedicated to Astrud Gilberto.

1990: Establishment of Gregmar Productions

Astrud Gilberto, along with her sons João Marcelo and Gregory LaSorsa, founded Gregmar Productions, Inc. in 1990 to manage her music and develop new material.

1992: Latin Jazz USA Award for Lifetime Achievement

Astrud Gilberto was honored with the Latin Jazz USA Award for Lifetime Achievement in 1992.

1996: Contribution to the Red Hot + Rio Album

Astrud Gilberto participated in the Red Hot Organization's AIDS benefit album "Red Hot + Rio" in 1996, performing "Desafinado" with George Michael.

2002: Inductee into the International Latin Music Hall of Fame

In 2002, Astrud Gilberto was inducted into the International Latin Music Hall of Fame.

2003: "Fly Me to the Moon" Featured in "Down with Love"

Astrud Gilberto's rendition of "Fly Me to the Moon" was included alongside Frank Sinatra's version in the soundtrack of the film "Down with Love" in 2003.