Rubens de Falco
Rubens de Falco (October 19, 1931 — February 22, 2008) 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.
Fotos
Filme (31)
Helena Meirelles - A Dama da Viola
2004
Sonhos Tropicais
2001 · General Travassos
Celebração - 100 Anos do Cinema Nacional
1997 · Self
The Monk and the Hangman's Daughter
1996 · Saltmaster
Profesión: vivir
1985
La hora Texaco
1985 · Julio
Macho y hembra
1984 · Vicente
Pixote
1980 · Judge
Dracula, a Love Story
1980 · Conde Drácula / Vladimir
Os Foragidos da Violência
1979
Colonel Delmiro Gouveia
1979 · Delmiro Gouveia
A Dama de Branco
1978
Encarnação
1978
Esse Rio Muito Louco
1977
O Homem da Cabeça de Ouro
1976
Nós, Os Canalhas
1975 · Tatá
O Sósia da Morte
1975 · Narciso
Deixa, Amorzinho... Deixa
1975
O Mau-Caráter
1974 · Moreira Silva
Café na Cama
1973
A Difícil Vida Fácil
1972
Missão: Matar!
1972
Uma Pantera em Minha Cama
1971
Angels and Demons
1969 · Promotor
O Impossível Acontece
1969
Time of Violence
1969
The Man Who Bought the World
1968 · Imperador Maximiliano
Essa Gatinha é Minha
1966
Engraçadinha Depois dos Trinta
1966
Moral em Concordata
1959 · Narrador
O Capanga
1957
Serien (31)
Brida
1998 · Vargas
Os Ossos do Barão
1997 · Cândido Caldas Penteado
Sangue do Meu Sangue
1995 · Dr. Mário Albuquerque Soares
Memorial de Maria Moura
1994 · Tibúrcio
Salomé
1991 · McGregor
Brasileiras e Brasileiros
1990 · Ramiro Borges
Pacto de Sangue
1989 · Abílio Mendonça
Bambolê
1987 · Nestor Barreto
Little Missy
1986 · Coronel José Ferreira, Barão de Araruna
Grande Sertão: Veredas
1985 · Joca Ramiro
Viver a Vida
1984 · Rodolfo (Rudy)
Padre Cícero
1984 · Floro Bartholomeu
Maçã do Amor
1983 · Paulo Cardoso / Daniel Azevedo
Campeão
1982 · Jorge Salém
Os Imigrantes
1981 · Antônio di Salvio
Um Homem Muito Especial
1980 · Conde Drácula / Vladimir
Gaivotas
1979 · Daniel
A Sucessora
1978 · Roberto Steen
O Astro
1977 · Samir Hayala
Dona Xepa
1977 · Heitor Soares da Cunha
Isaura: Slave Girl
1976 · Leôncio Correia de Almeida
O Grito
1975 · Agenor
Gabriela
1975 · João Pimentel
Escalada
1975 · Estevão
Supermanoela
1974 · Diógenes
Tempo de Viver
1972 · Maurício França
A Última Valsa
1969 · Imperador Francisco José
Passo dos Ventos
1968 · René Antoine
O Homem Proibido
1967 · Capitão Anderson
A Rainha Louca
1967 · Rei Maximiliano
O Rei dos Ciganos
1966 · Claude Ludenwerg