Ruth de Souza facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ruth de Souza
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Souza in 1968
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Ruth Pinto de Souza
May 12, 1921 |
| Died | July 28, 2019 (aged 98) Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1945–2018 |
Ruth Pinto de Souza (born May 12, 1921 – died July 28, 2019) was a famous Brazilian actress. She was a true pioneer, becoming one of the first Black actresses to perform in serious plays in Brazil. Ruth de Souza opened doors for many others and left a lasting mark on Brazilian theater and film.
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Early Life and Acting Career
Ruth de Souza was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on May 12, 1921. She grew up with a passion for acting. In 1944, she joined a very important group called the Black Experimental Theater (Teatro Experimental do Negro), often called TEN.
The Black Experimental Theater
TEN was created to fight against racism and give Black actors and artists a chance to shine. At that time, it was hard for Black people to get roles in plays. Ruth de Souza was one of the first Black actresses to perform in a major theater in Brazil, the Teatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro.
Her first big role with TEN was in the play The Emperor Jones by Eugene O'Neill. She played the only female character, the Native Woman. Her talent was quickly recognized, and she even won an award called the Prêmio Saci for her amazing work.
Ruth de Souza continued acting for many years. She appeared in plays, movies, and TV shows. She was active in her career from 1945 until 2018, showing incredible dedication to her craft.
A Legacy of Achievements
Ruth de Souza's career was full of important moments. She helped change how Black actors were seen in Brazil. Her work paved the way for future generations of artists. She showed that talent knows no color.
Tributes and Recognition
Ruth de Souza passed away in Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, in July 2019. She was 98 years old. Even after her death, her impact is still celebrated. On May 12, 2021, which would have been her 100th birthday, Google honored her with a special drawing called a Google Doodle. This showed how important she was to the world.
Selected Film and TV Roles
Ruth de Souza acted in many films and television series throughout her long career. Here are some of her notable works:
- Terra Violenta (1948)
- Também Somos Irmãos (1949)
- The Landowner's Daughter (1953)
- Macumba Love (1960)
- A Morte Comanda o Cangaço (1960)
- O Assalto ao Trem Pagador (1962)
- O Bem-Amado (1973, TV Series)
- A Grande Arte (1991)
- O Clone (2001, TV Series)
- Filhas do Vento (2004)
- Primavera (2018)
Images for kids
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Souza in 1968
See also
In Spanish: Ruth de Souza para niños
