Portrait of Roberto Pirillo

Roberto Pirillo

Acting

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.

Born: September 14, 1947

Place of Birth: São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil

Filmography

2025
2023
Betinho: No Fio da Navalha

as Secretário de Saúde

2023
Revolta dos Malês

as Souza Velho

2019
A Revolta dos Malês

as Souza Velho

2019
Baile de Máscaras

as Carlos Calhada

2015
Time After Time

as Genaro / Genaro Donatelli

2015
Magnifica 70

as Alberico Couto e Silva

2014
Empire

as Dr. Merival Porto

2011
2006
Alta Estação

as Olavo Carvalho

2005
Prova de Amor

as Dr. Hélio Nereu

2003
Celebridade

as Ernesto Lopes

2000
Brava Gente

as Voltaire da Fonseca

1993
Sex Appeal

as Davi

1992
Anos Rebeldes

as Capitão Rangel

1991
O Portador

as Álvaro

1986
Golden Years

as Rafael

1985
A Gata Comeu

as Tony Duarte (Antônio Duarte) / falso Braguinha

1984
Vereda Tropical

as técnico do Rubro Futebol Clube

1980
A Deusa Vencida

as Fernando Albuquerque

1979
Cara a Cara

as Julinho

1977
Locomotivas

as Cássio

1976
Escrava Isaura

as Tobias Paes Vidal

1975
O Grito

as Mário

1975
Escalada

as Sérgio

1974
Supermanoela

as Paulo

1973
O Semideus

as Lulu

1971
Caso Especial

as filho de Bernardo

1970
E Nós, Aonde Vamos?

as Juca Ribeiro