Roberto Pirillo
Acting • Born 1947-09-14
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.
Filmography
47 credits
Jeca vs. the Devil
Movie • 1976
Betão Ronca Ferro
Movie • 1970
Geraldo
Revolta dos Malês
Movie • 2023
Souza Velho
Uma Fêmea do Outro Mundo
Movie • 1979
Os Óculos de Pedro Antão
Movie • 2008
A Pantera Nua
Movie • 1979
Black Goddess
Movie • 1978
Cry Freedom
Movie • 1981
Estranho Amor
Movie • 2026
O Semideus
TV • 1973
Lulu
Escalada
TV • 1975
Sérgio
Baile de Máscaras
TV • 2019
Carlos Calhada
Sex Appeal
TV • 1993
Davi
Prova de Amor
TV • 2005
Dr. Hélio Nereu
A Gata Comeu
TV • 1985
Tony Duarte (Antônio Duarte) / falso Braguinha
O Portador
TV • 1991
Álvaro
Empire
TV • 2014
Dr. Merival Porto
Time After Time
TV • 2015
Genaro / Genaro Donatelli
Golden Years
TV • 1986
Rafael
A Revolta dos Malês
TV • 2019
Souza Velho
Celebridade
TV • 2003
Ernesto Lopes
Escrava Isaura
TV • 1976
Tobias Paes Vidal
Locomotivas
TV • 1977
Cássio
Mania de Querer
TV • 1986
Nelson Domingues
A Deusa Vencida
TV • 1980
Fernando Albuquerque
Vereda Tropical
TV • 1984
técnico do Rubro Futebol Clube
Supermanoela
TV • 1974
Paulo
Maria, Maria
TV • 1978
Eduardinho
Cara a Cara
TV • 1979
Julinho
Paraíso
TV • 1982
Geraldo Valfrido
O Primeiro Amor
TV • 1972
Hélio
Ciranda de Pedra
TV • 1981
Luís Carlos
Uma Rosa com Amor
TV • 1972
Beto
O Grito
TV • 1975
Mário
Minha Doce Namorada
TV • 1971
Milton
Brava Gente
TV • 2000
Voltaire da Fonseca
Samson and Delilah
TV • 2011
Simas
A Divisão
TV • 2019
Caso Especial
TV • 1971
Caso Especial
TV • 1971
filho de Bernardo
Alta Estação
TV • 2006
Olavo Carvalho
E Nós, Aonde Vamos?
TV • 1970
Juca Ribeiro
Magnifica 70
TV • 2015
Alberico Couto e Silva
Anos Rebeldes
TV • 1992
Capitão Rangel
Betinho: No Fio da Navalha
TV • 2023
Secretário de Saúde
Rulers of Fortune
TV • 2025
Jorge
The Trapalhões
TV • 1977