Writer was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2019 and since then his condition has worsened, affecting both his motor skills and his cognitive functions
renowned author of soap operas, is currently under medical care. He is assisted by his wife, Elisabety, and his daughter, Julia, who are by her side during this difficult period. The writer was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2019 and since then his condition has worsened, affecting both his motor skills and his cognitive functions. Official information about your health status will be released by your daughter’s producer or the press office. Since the 1970s, Manoel Carlos has been a prominent figure on TV Globo, where he created several successful soap operas, including Água Viva, Baila with me, for love and family ties.
His last work at the station was the soap opera in Familia, which aired in 2014. The author’s trajectory is marked by stories that touched the heart of the Brazilian public. In May 2024, Globo paid tribute to the author, producing a special that celebrated its contribution to national television drama. The initiative was a way of recognizing the impact that his works had on Brazilian culture and the lives of millions of viewers. The tribute highlighted not only his soap operas, but also the legacy that Manoel Carlos left on television.
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