Astrud Gilberto, singer of 'The Girl From Ipanema,' dead at 83

Brazilian vocalist Astrud Gilberto poses for a photo in New York on Aug 20, 1981. Gilberto, the Brazilian singer, songwriter and entertainer whose off-hand, English-language cameo on 'The Girl From Ipanema' made her a worldwide voice of bossa nova, has died at age 83. Photo: AP

Astrud Gilberto, the Brazilian singer, songwriter and entertainer whose off-hand, English-language cameo on The Girl From Ipanema made her a worldwide voice of bossa nova, has died at age 83.

Musician Paul Ricci, a family friend, confirmed that she died Monday. He did not provide additional details.