Débora Duarte
Biography
Débora Duarte is a Brazilian actress born on January 2, 1950, in São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil. Her birth name is Débora Susan Sanches Duke. She is the daughter of actress Marisa Sanches and a musician. When she was one year old, her mother married Lima Duarte, who adopted her as a foster father, and she adopted her father's stage name. She made her debut around 1955 at the age of five when Vida Alves cast her to act in a series on Tupi. In the following decade, she appeared in teletheaters and soap operas across Tupi, Excelsior, and Bandeirantes. Her first major role occurred in 1968 as Lu in Beto Rockfeller. She has accumulated 63 known acting credits in television and film throughout her career.
Career overview
Débora Susan Sanches Duke, known professionally as Débora Duarte, is a Brazilian actress born on January 2, 1950, in São Paulo, Brazil. She is the daughter of actress Marisa Sanches and a musician. When she was one year old, her mother married Lima Duarte, who adopted her as a foster father, and she subsequently adopted his stage name.
Duarte began her career at a very early age, making her debut around 1955 at five years old when she was cast by Vida Alves to act in a series on Tupi. Demonstrating a clear talent for the performing arts since childhood, she went on to act in several soap operas and teletheaters during the following decade, which included appearances on Tupi, Excelsior, and Bandeirantes.
Her first major career role came in 1968, when she portrayed the character Lu in the production Beto Rockfeller. Throughout her active acting career, she has accumulated numerous known credits in television and film projects, establishing a long-standing presence in the Brazilian entertainment industry.
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62 titles- The Enchanted Cave (2024) as Dona Clélia
- Lady Voyeur (2023) as Dona Esther
- In Your Place (2021) as Eva
- Perdido (2020) as Tia Pérola
- Um Oitenta e Seis Avos (2019) as Amélia
- Ambitious Women (2015) as Celina Junqueira
- Sexo e as Negas (2014) as Rosimere
- Side by Side (2012) as Eulália
- The Enchanted Tale (2011) as Amália dos Anjo
- Modern Times (2010) as Tertuliana (Tertu)
- The Three Sisters (2008) as Florinda Áquila
- Tropical Paradise (2007) as Hermínia Vilela
- Toma Lá, Dá Cá (2007) as Moacira Júnior
- Like a Wave (2004) as Alice Prata
- Canavial de Paixões (2003) as Teresa Giácomo
- Romeu e Julieta (2003) as Mãe de Romeu
- Port of Miracles (2001) as Olímpia Ribeiro
- Brava Gente (2000) as Adrenalina Tupinambá
- Terra Nostra (1999) as Maria do Socorro Telles de Aranha
- Hilda Hurricane (1998) as Sãozinha (Conceição Drummond)
- A Justiceira (1997) as Marta
- Young Hearts (1995) as Leila Schmidt
- Gypsy Heart (1995) as Marisa Carvalho Diaz
- Pátria Minha (1994) as Karmita Bevilaqua
- Golden Dream (1993) as Mariana de Souza
- Cortina de Vidro (1989) as Giovana Castellano
- Bebê a Bordo (1988) as Joana Mendonça (dona Mendonça)
- A Rainha da Vida (1987) as Estela
- The Girl Next Door (1987)
- Power Play (1984) as Eloá Pellegrini
- Partido Alto (1984) as Laura
- Anarquistas, Graças a Deus (1984) as Angelina Gattai
- Padre Cícero (1984) as Maria de Araújo
- Parabéns pra Você (1983) as Maria Rita
- Domingo em Família (1983) as Dora
- Sétimo Sentido (1982) as Marly Dorela
- Elas por Elas (1982) as Rosa
- Jogo da Vida (1981) as Beatriz Madureira
- Amizade Colorida (1981)
- Coração Alado (1980) as Camila Karany (Catucha)
- Cara a Cara (1979) as Regininha (Regina Mendes Carneiro Assunção Fonseca)
- The Trapalhões (1977) as Ela mesma (entregando a taça para a seleção carioca de basquete paralímpico)
- O Profeta (1977) as Carola
- Anjo Mau (1976) as Sônia
- Pontal da Solidão (1976) as Marina
- Escalada (1975) as Inês
- Pecado Capital (1975) as Vilma Lisboa (Vilminha)
- O Espigão (1974) as Dora
- The Return Of The Rockefeller (1973) as Lu (flashback)
- Carinhoso (1973) as Marisa
- Bicho do Mato (1972) as Ruth
- A Patota (1972) as Neli
- Editora Mayo, Bom Dia (1971) as Jô
- Toninho on the Rocks (1970) as Anita
- As Bruxas (1970) as Stella
- João Juca Jr. (1970)
- Céleste (1970) as Céleste Pereira
- Albert, the Rockefeller (1968) as Lu
- O Décimo Mandamento (1968) as Mariana
- O Grande Segredo (1967) as Nina
- Gutierritos, o Drama dos Humildes (1964) as Almerinda
- Fatalidade
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Débora Duarte best known for?
Débora Duarte is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Enchanted Cave (2024), Ambitious Women (2015), Side by Side (2012), The Enchanted Tale (2011).
When and where was Débora Duarte born?
Débora Duarte was born on January 2, 1950 in São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil.
How many credits does Débora Duarte have?
Débora Duarte has accumulated over 62 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1964 to 2024.
What is Débora Duarte's background in cinema and television?
Débora Duarte is a Brazilian actress born on January 2, 1950, in São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil. Her birth name is Débora Susan Sanches Duke. She is the daughter of actress Marisa Sanches and a musician. When she was one year old, her mother married Lima Duarte, who adopted her as a foster father, and she adopted her fat...