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Ary Barroso was a highly influential Brazilian composer, pianist, soccer commentator, and talent show host, celebrated as one of the greatest exponents of samba and a pivotal figure in Brazilian popular music.Barroso rose to national fame in the 1930s and 1940s, composing iconic samba-canções like "Aquarela do Brasil" (Watercolor of Brazil) and "Na Baixa do Sapateiro" (Bahia). His work, deeply rooted in Brazilian rhythms and themes, became synonymous with Brazilian identity internationally. H...