Rubens de Falco
Acting
1931-10-19 · São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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.
Filmography
Helena Meirelles - A Dama da Viola
2004 · Movie
Sonhos Tropicais
2001 · Movie
Brida
1998 · Series
Os Ossos do Barão
1997 · Series
Celebração - 100 Anos do Cinema Nacional
1997 · Movie
The Monk and the Hangman's Daughter
1996 · Movie
Sangue do Meu Sangue
1995 · Series
Memorial de Maria Moura
1994 · Series
Salomé
1991 · Series
Brasileiras e Brasileiros
1990 · Series
Pacto de Sangue
1989 · Series
Bambolê
1987 · Series
Little Missy
1986 · Series
Grande Sertão: Veredas
1985 · Series
Profesión: vivir
1985 · Movie
La hora Texaco
1985 · Movie
Viver a Vida
1984 · Series
Macho y hembra
1984 · Movie
Padre Cícero
1984 · Series
Maçã do Amor
1983 · Series
Campeão
1982 · Series
Os Imigrantes
1981 · Series
Pixote
1980 · Movie
Um Homem Muito Especial
1980 · Series
Dracula, a Love Story
1980 · Movie
Os Foragidos da Violência
1979 · Movie
Gaivotas
1979 · Series
Colonel Delmiro Gouveia
1979 · Movie
A Dama de Branco
1978 · Movie
A Sucessora
1978 · Series
Encarnação
1978 · Movie
O Astro
1977 · Series
Esse Rio Muito Louco
1977 · Movie
Dona Xepa
1977 · Series
Isaura: Slave Girl
1976 · Series
O Homem da Cabeça de Ouro
1976 · Movie
Nós, Os Canalhas
1975 · Movie
O Grito
1975 · Series
O Sósia da Morte
1975 · Movie
Deixa, Amorzinho... Deixa
1975 · Movie
Gabriela
1975 · Series
Escalada
1975 · Series
Supermanoela
1974 · Series
O Mau-Caráter
1974 · Movie
Café na Cama
1973 · Movie
A Difícil Vida Fácil
1972 · Movie
Tempo de Viver
1972 · Series
Missão: Matar!
1972 · Movie
Uma Pantera em Minha Cama
1971 · Movie
Angels and Demons
1969 · Movie
A Última Valsa
1969 · Series
O Impossível Acontece
1969 · Movie
Time of Violence
1969 · Movie
The Man Who Bought the World
1968 · Movie
Passo dos Ventos
1968 · Series
O Homem Proibido
1967 · Series
A Rainha Louca
1967 · Series
Essa Gatinha é Minha
1966 · Movie
O Rei dos Ciganos
1966 · Series
Engraçadinha Depois dos Trinta
1966 · Movie
Moral em Concordata
1959 · Movie
O Capanga
1957 · Movie