Isabel Vargas
Mexican singer (1919–2012)
1919 — 2012
Quick Facts
Profession
Mexican singer (1919–2012)
Born
April 17, 1919
Died
2012 (age ~93)
Name Origin
Spanish
Timeline
singer, musician, street artist
MexicoBorn in Heredia ProvinceDied in Cuernavaca
1919
Born in Heredia Province (1919-04-17)
2000
AwardGrand Cross of the Order of Isabella the Catholic
2007
AwardLatin Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
2012
Died in Cuernavaca
About
Chavela Vargas was a Mexican singer. She gained widespread recognition for her distinctive interpretations of Mexican rancheras. However, her impact extends beyond this genre, encompassing various styles within popular Latin American music.
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Who is Isabel Vargas?+
Chavela Vargas was a Mexican singer. She gained widespread recognition for her distinctive interpretations of Mexican rancheras. However, her impact extends beyond this genre, encompassing various styles within popular Latin American music.
What does the name Isabel mean?+
The name Isabel means "A female given name from Hebrew.. Etymology: From Isabel, from Elisabel, from Elisabeth, from Ἐλισάβετ, from t=my God is an oath. Elizabeth.". It is of Spanish origin.
When was Isabel Vargas born?+
Isabel Vargas was born on April 17, 1919.
When did Isabel Vargas die?+
Isabel Vargas died in 2012, at approximately 93 years of age.
Name Meaning
A female given name from Hebrew.. Etymology: From Isabel, from Elisabel, from Elisabeth, from Ἐλισάβετ, from t=my God is an oath. Elizabeth.
The name Isabel is of Spanish origin, meaning "A female given name from Hebrew.. Etymology: From Isabel, from Elisabel, from Elisabeth, from Ἐλισάβετ, from t=my God is an oath. Elizabeth.". It is traditionally a female name.
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Isabel — April 17, 1919
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aries
Bold, energetic, courageous
Fire · Mars · Mar 21 – Apr 19
Chinese Zodiac
Goat
Calm, gentle, sympathetic
Earth · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
3 Akbal
Night — darkness, mystery, dreams
Celtic Tree
Willow
Patient, intuitive, creative
Ogham: Saille · Apr 15 – May 12
Birthstone: Diamond — Eternal love, clarity
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We share a planet and a moment in time. That's enough.
— someone far away
Respect.
— .
Played your track at 2am. The phone lines lit up.
— late night radio
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