César Portillo de la Luz

César Portillo de la Luz (October 31, 1922  May 4, 2013) was a Cuban musician, lyricist and composer. Born in Havana, Cuba, Portillo is credited with founding the filin music genre. The Miami Herald described Portillo as "a fundamental author of Latin American music" and "one of Cuba's most celebrated composers". Portillo is also cited as "the most distinguished lyricist of his generation" and "one of the most prolific Cuban composers of the twentieth century".

César Portillo
César Portillo de la Luz
BornOctober 31, 1922
Havana, Cuba
OriginHavana
DiedMay 4, 2013 (aged 90)
Havana
GenresBolero, filin
Occupation(s)Musician, lyricist, composer, housepainter
Instrument(s)Guitar
Years active1940s–2013 (till death)
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