Gustavo Cerati was an Argentine musician and actor who is best known for his work as the lead singer of Soda Stereo, as well as his successful solo career. He was celebrated for his unique sound, combining rock with psychedelic influences.
Personal and Family Life
Gustavo Cerati was born on August 11, 1959, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He had two children, Benito and Lisa, from his marriage to Cecilia Amenábar, which lasted from 1993 until their divorce in 2002. He also had a brief marriage to Belen Edwards from 1987 to 1989. Cerati was known for his striking blue eyes and curly hair, often seen wearing dark sunglasses.
Career Highlights
Cerati co-founded Soda Stereo in 1982, making a significant mark on the Latin American rock scene until their farewell concert in 1997. He later embarked on a solo career starting in 1992, achieving critical and commercial success. Besides being a talented musician, he branched out as an actor, appearing in films like “Más Bien” in 2001, which he also worked on as a composer.
Death and Legacy
Gustavo Cerati passed away on September 4, 2014, due to cardiac arrest after battling health issues for several years. His music and artistic contributions have left a lasting impact on the Latin American music industry, cementing his status as a cultural icon. Cerati’s work continues to inspire new generations of artists and fans.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Soda Stereo – El último concierto | 2005-12-20 | |
| Soda Stereo MTV Unplugged: Comfort y Música Para Volar | 1996-03-12 | |
| Soda Stereo: Gira Me Verás Volver | 2008-10-06 | |
| Mercedes Sosa, Cantora un viaje íntimo | 2009-04-11 | Himself |
| Soda Stereo: Fax en Concierto | 1992-11-21 | |
| 11 Episodios Sinfónicos | 2002-01-15 | Gustavo Cerati |
| Que sea rock | 2006-09-07 | |
| Soda Stereo: Buenos Aires 2007 | 2007-12-21 | |
| + bien | 2001-11-15 | Jorge |
| Gustavo Cerati: Fuerza Natural Tour | 2019-11-20 | Gustavo Cerati |
| Historias de Argentina en vivo | 2001-09-20 | |
| Cerati – Infinito | 2015-06-02 | Himself |
| Gustavo Cerati – Ahi Vamos Tour | 2007-04-25 | |
| Soda Stereo: Una parte de la euforia | 2004-01-01 | Self |
| Gracias totales | Soda Stereo | 2022-09-23 | Self |
| 30 años de rock nacional | 2020-05-17 | Self |
| Nada personal en Obras | 1986-10-15 | Self |
| Spinetta y Las Bandas Eternas | 2010-12-04 | |
| La memoria infinita | 2023-08-11 | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) |