Latino artist Trino Mora, one of the pioneers of Latin rock, has passed away at the age of 81 after a long battle with prostate cancer. In a heartfelt statement shared on social media, Mora's passing was confirmed by his brother, Arturo Mora.
"With great sorrow, I must inform you of the physical departure of my brother Trino, which occurred late last night, December 9. He fought with bravery and intensity against his illness until the very end," Arturo wrote. "He left this plane in peace, leaving behind his energy, boldness as an actor who always faced life head-on and gift for helping others without hesitation." Arturo, a marketing executive, bid farewell to his brother, who remains a legend in Latin music, particularly Venezuelan music.
The news shocked fans of Spanish-language music, especially in Mora's homeland of Venezuela, where he returned after studying at the Military Academy of Fort Lauderdale during high school. Mora later pursued university studies in economics, though he did not complete them, as his passion lay in the arts.
In a recent interview, Mora shared his lifelong dream: "I wanted to be like Marlon Brando, dress like James Dean, and sing like Elvis Presley." Mora achieved a tropicalized version of this vision, blending daring rock-inspired looks with theatrical flair. He famously donned a bright red velvet suit when he competed in the 1967 edition of 'La Voz Juvenil,' a precursor to today's global franchise 'The Voice.'
Although he didn't win, the experience catapulted him to fame as one of the most recognizable faces in Venezuela's alternative music scene.
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Mora's musical style was eclectic, spanning rock ballads, soul, jazz, and even touches of the Argentine star Sandro's influence. Beyond music, his personal life captured public attention, including high-profile romances with TV actresses like Mayra Alejandra ('Leonela') and Jeanette Rodríguez ('Cristal,' 'La Dama de Rosa').
Over his career, Mora released 40 albums, including a revolutionary rock mass dedicated to Elvis Presley. He also performed extensively in the United States, Colombia, Peru, Canada, and Puerto Rico, where his musical productions gained widespread acclaim in the 1960s and 1970s.
Trino Mora's legacy as a trailblazer in Latin rock continues to resonate, inspiring generations of artists across Latin America and beyond. His passing marks the end of an era for fans of his genre-defining music and larger-than-life persona.
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