Elvira Ríos
Elvira Ríos | |
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Ríos as Yakima in Stagecoach (1939) | |
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| Birth name | María Elvira Gallegos Ríos |
| Born | November 16, 1913 Mexico City, Mexico |
| Died | January 13, 1987 (aged 73) Mexico City, Mexico |
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| Instrument | Vocals |
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María Elvira Gallegos Ríos (November 16, 1913 – January 13, 1987) was a Mexican singer and actress.
One of the most notable performers of Agustín Lara's songs, Ríos was the first Mexican singer who achieved international success through radio, records, nightclub engagements, tours, and films. She was well known in Mexico, United States, Brazil, Argentina, and France, among other countries. Some of her greatest hits are "Noche de ronda", "Flores negras", "Perfidia", "Desesperadamente", and "Ausencia".