Quick Facts
Born:
1947-09-14
Birthplace:
São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
Credits:
47 Total Roles
Roberto Pirillo
Acting
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Biography
Roberto Pirillo is a seasoned Brazilian actor known for his extensive work in television, film, and voice acting. He rose to fame in the 1970s as a romantic lead, notably starring in the classic telenovela Escrava Isaura (1976), where he played the noble Álvaro, a role that became iconic in Brazilian teledramaturgy. He also appeared in Ciranda de Pedra (1981) and many other productions for Rede Globo.
Over the decades, Pirillo has built a diverse portfolio, including roles in historical dramas, comedies, and action series. His recent credits include appearances in Níobe (2023), A Divisão (2019), and Magnífica 70 (2015–2018). He remains active in Brazilian television and continues to be recognized for his contributions to the arts.
Over the decades, Pirillo has built a diverse portfolio, including roles in historical dramas, comedies, and action series. His recent credits include appearances in Níobe (2023), A Divisão (2019), and Magnífica 70 (2015–2018). He remains active in Brazilian television and continues to be recognized for his contributions to the arts.
Known For
Rulers of Fortune
Jorge
Samson and Delilah
Simas
Celebridade
Ernesto Lopes
Empire
Dr. Merival Porto
Escrava Isaura
Tobias Paes Vidal
The Trapalhões
Self
Time After Time
Genaro / Genaro Donatelli
Magnifica 70
Alberico Couto e Silva
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Estranho Amor MOVIE | Self |
| 2025 | Rulers of Fortune TV | Jorge |
| 2023 | Betinho: No Fio da Navalha TV | Secretário de Saúde |
| 2023 | Revolta dos Malês MOVIE | Souza Velho |
| 2019 | A Revolta dos Malês TV | Souza Velho |
| 2019 | A Divisão TV | Self |
| 2019 | Baile de Máscaras TV | Carlos Calhada |
| 2015 | Time After Time TV | Genaro / Genaro Donatelli |
| 2015 | Magnifica 70 TV | Alberico Couto e Silva |
| 2014 | Empire TV | Dr. Merival Porto |