Dina Mariana Passes Away, Remembering the Career Path of the Music Legend from the 70s

Kapanlagi.com - Sad news comes from the Indonesian music world. Legendary singer Dina Mariana, who thrived since the 70s, passed away at the age of 59 on Sunday (3/11/2024). Dina Mariana took her last breath at MRCCC Siloam Semanggi Hospital, Jakarta, at 14:41 WIB.

Dina Mariana's passing was announced by Febrian Nindyo, a member of the band HIVI. In addition to being known as a singer who started her career at a young age, Dina Mariana also starred in several films and soap operas. Let's remember Dina's career path:

1. Profile and Career Journey of Dina Mariana

Dina Mariana Passes Away, Remembering the Career Path of the Music Legend of the 70s. (credit: Instagram/@dinamarianahs)

Dina Mariana, whose full name is Dina Mariana Heuvelman, was born on August 21, 1965. She first gained public recognition as a child singer in the 70s, alongside Adi Bing Slamet and Ira Maya Sopha. Dina's first album, Children's Pop, was released in 1974 and immediately attracted attention. Her career skyrocketed after releasing other popular albums such as Sell Cakes and The Story of Abunawas.

As she grew older, Dina began exploring various music genres and transitioned from a child singer to a talented teenager. One of her hit songs, Remember You, released in the late 1980s, remains one of her memorable works to this day. Dina also continued to release albums, with around 35 albums recorded throughout her career.

2. Career in the Acting World

Dina Mariana Passes Away, Remembering the Career Path of the Music Legend of the 70s. (credit: Instagram/@dinamarianahs)

Not only in music, Dina Mariana also made contributions to the acting world. She starred in several feature films and soap operas in the 70s to 80s. Some of the famous films she starred in include PINOCCHIO, THE WOODEN DOLL, and JAKARTA OPERA. Her love for acting even continued into the 2000s, when she appeared in soap operas such as THE CHILDREN OF ADAM.

In the entertainment world, the name Dina is indeed associated with a multitalented character. Her abilities are not limited to singing but also acting, making her beloved by many fans from various backgrounds.

3. Struggle Against Illness

Dina Mariana Passed Away, Remembering the Career Path of the Music Legend of the 70s. (credit: Instagram/@dinamarianahs)

Before passing away, Dina Mariana was known to have undergone intensive treatment in the hospital. According to posts from some of her friends, such as Lulu Zakaria and Chintami Atmanegara, Dina had been fighting against cervical cancer and several issues with her digestive organs. Support from family and close friends was always present by her side, especially during the critical times before she passed away.

Dina's health had declined in the past few months, but she continued to show high spirits. Friends and fellow artists expressed their prayers for Dina to be granted the best place by His side.

4. Personal Life and the Figure Behind the Scenes

Dina Mariana Passed Away, Remembering the Career Path of the Music Legend of the 70s. (credit: Instagram/@dinamarianahs)

Dina Mariana was married to Radian Ratulangi Sugandi and had three children. One of her children, Ezra Mandira Sugandi, inherited her musical talent and is known as a member of the band HIVI!. Dina also often shares family moments through her YouTube account and social media, showcasing the warm and loving side of a mother and grandmother.

Although she rarely performs on big stages anymore, Dina remains active through digital platforms. Her personal YouTube channel, Dina Mariana Official, often features nostalgic songs she sang with her family.

5. Kidnapping Incident That Went Viral

Dina Mariana Passes Away, Remembering the Career Path of the Music Legend from the 70s. (credit: Instagram/@dinamarianahs)

In 2022, Dina became a topic of public discussion when she was reported missing and was suspected to be a victim of kidnapping. This news was first conveyed by musician Kadri Mohamad through his social media account. However, a few hours later, Dina was found safe. This incident raised concerns among her family and fans, but Dina assured that she was safe.

That is the profile and career journey of Dina Mariana, who has recently passed away. Stay tuned for more articles here. If not now, WhenAgain?

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