María Nieves Rego, Tango Argentino Co-Creator, Dies at 91
María Nieves Rego, who co-created the worldwide stage hit "Tango Argentino," has died at 91. With her dance partner and former husband Juan Carlos Copes, she formed a duo often compared to Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. Despite a painful personal relationship, they sparked a tango revival in Argentina that spread globally. Her death was reported by The New York Times on May 5, 2026.
Key facts
- María Nieves Rego died at age 91.
- She co-created the stage production "Tango Argentino."
- Her dance partner and former husband was Juan Carlos Copes.
- The duo was described as the Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers of tango.
- They helped spark a tango revival in Argentina that went worldwide.
- Their personal relationship was often painful.
- The news was reported by The New York Times on May 5, 2026.
Entities
Artists
- María Nieves Rego
- Juan Carlos Copes
Institutions
- The New York Times
- ArtsJournal
Locations
- Argentina