The announcement of the death of moved actors who had the pleasure of opposing the actor Paulista. Born in Brás, in São Paulo, Cuoco, one of the greatest heartthrobes of the Brazilian soap opera, died on Thursday (19), at the age of 91. According to the family, the cause of death was multiple organ failure. The actor faced health complications derived from an infection in the kidneys, something that made him difficult to move around. He had been hospitalized for 20 days at Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein. With almost 70 years of career, Cuoco acted in theater, cinema and television. The Minister of Culture, used Twitter to pay tribute. Margareth Menezes wrote: ‘I receive with sadness the news of Francisco Cuoco’s departure. A giant of our television drama, owner of a beautiful and memorable career. An artist who marked us with his talent and charisma. My solidarity with family, friends and everyone who was thrilled with their art. ‘
Through Instagram, actor Selton Mello wrote: “Rest in peace, Mestre Cuoco. An immense honor has crossed his way. His eternal fan.” Marcelo Serrado also left his note of regret: “When I started on TV, I was a fan of Cuoco and then we did some things on TV. Always kind and dear to me and everyone. If it was one of the great. Thanks for everything, for your talent!” He wrote. Miguel Falabela wrote: “Francisco Cuoco is gone, the cloth falls to this actor who inhabited the imagination of us all for so many years. Behind the legendary figure of the eternal heartthrob, there was a sensitive man, a funny and witty colleague and a first-rate professional. We gave a lot of laughter together.
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A publication shared by Nathalia Timberg (@nathalia_timberg)
“Today we lost a great actor on the stage and screens: Francisco Cuoco. He started at TBC (Brazilian Comedy Theater) and was later part of the Seven Theater, Fernanda Montenegro and Fernando Torres Theater Company. Then he passed the teleteatros (which we rescued in the second and third photos), where he was eternalized during generations. TIMBERG.
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“It left us today one of the greatest actors of our television. Francisco Cuoco was an icon, an artist who inspired generations and brought emotion to millions of homes. There is longing and eternal admiration. My feelings to family, friends and admirers,” said Walcyr Carrasco.
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A publication shared by Bruna Lombardi (@brunalombardi)
“Franciso Cuoco, one of the biggest TV icons and one of the most beloved by the public, left in peace. The actor who accumulated a legion of fans was also a very dear guy for his colleagues. We left our message of affection and our feelings to the family. May his passage be light!”, Bruna Lombardi.
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“Francisco Cuoco left today, 91 years (1933-2025) 💫 One of the great heartthrob of Brazilian soap operas-rest in peace… My feelings to family, friends and fans of this actor who marked generations.”, Kiko Mascarenhas.
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A publication shared by Official Beth Goulart (@bethgoulartoficial)
“It is with deep sadness that we said goodbye to Francisco Cuoco, an actor who left an indelible mark on Brazilian television. With his charismatic presence and exceptional talent, he gave life to unforgettable characters in soap operas like ‘Jungle Stone’, ‘The Astro’ and ‘Capital Sin’, becoming an icon of Brazilian dramaturgy, especially alongside the genius Janete Clair. He played two distinct characters, Paulo Della Santa and Mattos, is a testimony of his versatility and dedication to art. Dear, and your memory remains alive in our hearts.
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“Very sad, a great actor, great friend, great Sagittarian, happy, happy so dear, a lot of light in his walk my dear, my deep grief to children and friends, so dear our ass !!!”, Elizabeth Savala.
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A publication shared by Serginho Groisman (@serginhogroisman)
“Stone Jungle, Capital Sin, the star. Some works of the incredible Francisco Cuoco who has unfortunately passed away today. Stay alone (photo in #Altashoras)”, Serginho Groisman.
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A publication shared by Emilio Orciollo Netto (@emilioorciolonetto)
“All my affection and respect for the great artist Francisco Cuoco. Mission accomplished friend. Rest in peace. You are giant”, Emilio Orciollo Netto.
