Sepultura legend Max Cavalera’s stepdaughter - rock manager Christina Cavalera - has died
Heavy metal legend Max Cavalera’s stepdaughter has died, her family has confirmed.
Rock manager Christina Cavalera - stepdaughter of heavy metal legend Max - has died, it has been confirmed. Christina - daughter of the iconic Sepultura frontman's wife, Gloria - passed away after “an enduring battle with illness”, the family said.
“It is with great sorrow and heavy hearts that Max and Gloria and the entire Cavalera family announce the passing of their beloved daughter, sister, and mother Christina," a statement said. "After an enduring battle with illness, she has found peace with her two sons, Adam and Moses, and her brother Dana.
“She is survived by her two daughters, six brothers, (Nick, Jonathan, Richie, Jason, Zyon and Igor) and her sister, Roxanne.”
Christina was previously married to record company executive Bojan Stojanović, and founder member of Fudge Tunnel, Alex Newport, who has become a successful producer working with the likes of At The Drive-In and The Mars Volta, while also performing in Red love alongside former Bloc Party drummer, Matt Tong.
Newport worked with Max Cavalera on the Nailbomb side-project in the mid-90s. The couple shared two children and Christina forged a successful career in music, managing and tour-managing acts around the world, including Max's post-Sepultura band, Soulfly. She also lost a child, Moses, who passed away at just eight months old in 2004.
The Cavalera family added: “Forever will Christina be remembered as a pioneer in the metal, punk and rock music world, as she worked from the underground to stadiums and arenas around the globe, as well as a lifelong inspiration and forerunner for women in the music business.
“She had a smile that could brighten any room, a passion for life that was unmatched, and a ferocity of spirit that made her remarkable and memorable. Those who met her know this to be true.
“We will miss you until the end of days Christina. Please be respectful of our peace and privacy during this difficult time, and our journey forward without her.”