What is Toña La Negra's middle name?
La
Toña La Negra date of birth:
October 12, 1912
How old was Toña La Negra when died?
70
When did Toña La Negra die?
December 16, 1982
What is Toña La Negra nationality?
Mexican
What is Toña La Negra's occupation?
Singer
What genre is Toña La Negra's work?
bolero, rumba, Bolero, canción
Short Biography
María Antonia del Carmen Peregrino Álvarez (October 17, 1912 – December 19, 1982), better known as Toña la Negra, was an Afro-Mexican singer known for her interpretation of boleros and canciones written by Agustín Lara. She first became famous for her interpretation of Lara's "Enamorada", as well as "Lamento Jarocho", written specially for her to sing. She also sang in the famous Sonora Matancera, recording two numbers in the studio with this musical institution. The alley where she was born in the old barrio of "La Huaca" in the city of Veracruz, México, carries her name.