Rubens de Falco
Known For
Acting
Born
1931-10-19 in São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
Died
2008-02-22
Biography
Rubens de Falco was a distinguished Brazilian actor celebrated for his commanding presence and memorable portrayals of antagonists. He began his artistic journey in theater, joining the São Paulo-based group Os Jograis in 1955 alongside Ruy Afonso, Ítalo Rossi, and Felipe Wagner. His film debut came earlier, in 1952, with a small role in Apassionata, produced by the legendary Vera Cruz studio. De Falco became a household name through his work in Brazilian telenovelas, particularly for his villainous roles. His most iconic performance was as Leôncio Almeida in Escrava Isaura (1976), a role that defined his career and became a cultural touchstone. He reprised a related role in the 2004 remake, appearing as Comendador Almeida, Leôncio’s father. His television credits include Gabriela (1975), O Grito (1975), Dona Xepa (1977), Sinhá Moça (1986), and Os Imigrantes (1981), among many others. Known for his blue eyes, distinctive triangular mustache, and smooth baritone voice, Rubens de Falco brought elegance and intensity to every role. In 2006, a stroke left him unable to speak or act, and he spent his final years in assisted care. Despite this, his legacy as one of Brazil’s greatest actors remains firmly intact.
Most Known For
Sinhá Moça
as Coronel José Ferreira, Barão de Araruna
O Astro
as Samir Hayala
Os Imigrantes
as Antônio di Salvio
Escrava Isaura
as Leôncio Correia de Almeida
Os Ossos do Barão
as Cândido Caldas Penteado
Bambolê
as Nestor Barreto
Escalada
as Comendador
Campeão
as Jorge Salém
Gabriela
as João Pimentel
Memorial de Maria Moura
as Tibúrcio
O Grito
as Agenor
Grande Sertão: Veredas
as Joca Ramiro
Dona Xepa
as Heitor Camargo
Maçã do Amor
as Paulo Cardoso / Daniel Cardoso
Tempo de Viver
as Maurício França
O Rei dos Ciganos
as Claude Ludenwerg
Pacto de Sangue
as Abílio Mendonça
A Sucessora
as Roberto Steen
Gaivotas
as Daniel
Brida
as Vargas