Gal Costa, an adventurous musician who was a pivotal figure in Brazil's Tropicália movement in the 1960s, has died. She was 77.
Costa, born Maria da Graça Penna Burgos, died Wednesday, according to the Associated Press, which cited a press representative for the singer. No cause of death or additional details were provided.
"It is with deep sadness and a broken heart that we announce the death of singer Gal Costa this Wednesday morning, Nov. 9, in São Paulo," said a statement posted to her official Instagram account. "Details on her wake and funeral will be shared at a later date. We appreciate everyone's caring thoughts during this very difficult time."
