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Rosy Viola, Neapolitan Neomelodic Voice, Dies at 59 in Naples Hospital

Details of her prolonged illness were not disclosed.

Overview

  • The singer died Thursday, Dec. 18, at Ospedale Monaldi in Naples after several days of worsening health.
  • Reports link the death to serious health problems that required hospitalization, though no diagnosis was made public.
  • Born Anna Esposito in 1966, she became a recognized figure of the Neapolitan neomelodic scene after starting out in the late 1980s.
  • She had just announced a new album, following an October single and an Oct. 27 performance in Iesina with Nello Amato.
  • Condolences from Ida Rendano, Giusy Attanasio and Vincenzo Galasso (Enzo Bambolina) praised her impact and close bond with fans, including nearly 18,000 Instagram followers.