Yma Sumac
Peruvian-American singer (1922–2008)
1922 — 2008
Quick Facts
Profession
Peruvian-American singer (1922–2008)
Born
September 13, 1922
Died
2008 (age ~86)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
actor, composer, singer
PeruBorn in CallaoDied in Los Angeles
1922
Born in Callao (1922-09-13)
1955
AwardGuinness World Records
1960
Awardstar on Hollywood Walk of Fame
2008
Died in Los Angeles
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Yma Sumac?+
Yma Sumac is Peruvian-American singer (1922–2008). Born in 1922.
When was Yma Sumac born?+
Yma Sumac was born on September 13, 1922.
When did Yma Sumac die?+
Yma Sumac died in 2008, at approximately 86 years of age.
Yma — September 13, 1922
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Virgo
Analytical, kind, hardworking
Earth · Mercury · Aug 23 – Sep 22
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
Loyal, honest, kind
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
13 Lamat
Star — harmony, beauty, abundance
Celtic Tree
Vine
Empathetic, refined, romantic
Ogham: Muin · Sep 2 – Sep 29
Birthstone: Sapphire — Truth, loyalty
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Guestbook
Legend.
— anon
Stopped here. Glad I did.
— a passerby
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