Known For
Acting
Born
Oct 19, 1931
Died
Feb 22, 2008
Place of Birth
São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
Credits
62 titles
Rubens de Falco
Biography
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.
Known For
Filmography
Helena Meirelles - A Dama da Viola
Sonhos Tropicais
General Travassos
Brida
Vargas
Os Ossos do Barão
Cândido Caldas Penteado
Celebração - 100 Anos do Cinema Nacional
Self
The Monk and the Hangman's Daughter
Saltmaster
Sangue do Meu Sangue
Dr. Mário Albuquerque Soares
Memorial de Maria Moura
Tibúrcio
Salomé
McGregor
Brasileiras e Brasileiros
Ramiro Borges
Pacto de Sangue
Abílio Mendonça
Bambolê
Nestor Barreto
Little Missy
Coronel José Ferreira, Barão de Araruna
Grande Sertão: Veredas
Joca Ramiro
Profesión: vivir
La hora Texaco
Julio
Viver a Vida
Rodolfo (Rudy)
Macho y hembra
Vicente
Padre Cícero
Floro Bartholomeu
Maçã do Amor
Paulo Cardoso / Daniel Azevedo
Campeão
Jorge Salém
Os Imigrantes
Antônio di Salvio
Pixote
Judge
Um Homem Muito Especial
Conde Drácula / Vladimir
Dracula, a Love Story
Conde Drácula / Vladimir
Os Foragidos da Violência
Gaivotas
Daniel
Colonel Delmiro Gouveia
Delmiro Gouveia
A Dama de Branco
A Sucessora
Roberto Steen
Encarnação
O Astro
Samir Hayala
Esse Rio Muito Louco
Dona Xepa
Heitor Camargo
Isaura: Slave Girl
Leôncio Correia de Almeida
O Homem da Cabeça de Ouro
Nós, Os Canalhas
Tatá
O Grito
Agenor
O Sósia da Morte
Narciso
Deixa, Amorzinho... Deixa
Gabriela
João Pimentel
Escalada
Estevão
Supermanoela
Diógenes
O Mau-Caráter
Moreira Silva
Café na Cama
A Difícil Vida Fácil
Tempo de Viver
Maurício França
Missão: Matar!
Uma Pantera em Minha Cama
Angels and Demons
Promotor