Happy birthday! Maria Rita turns 49 today

By Lori Macatee
Brasília
Last updated on September 9, 2026

The iconic and legendary singer turns 49 on Wednesday, Sep. 9, 2026.

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Maria Rita is celebrating her 49th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed singers of her generation.

Popular singer Maria Rita (Redescobrir, Samba Meu, Segundo, Maria Rita, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 49th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Maria Rita, a cultural icon

Born Maria Rita Camargo Mariano in São Paulo on September 9, 1977, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Brazilian history. Maria Rita's not just a great singer, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Maria Rita hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Maria Rita as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 49.

Happy Birthday, Maria Rita, you're the best!