Brazilian actress Laura Cardoso died at the age of 98 [1].
Cardoso was a central figure in Brazilian drama, leaving a legacy that spanned decades of television and theater across the country.
Reports indicate she died at her home in São Paulo [4]. While sources differ on the exact timing, reports said she died either on the night of Monday, Aug. 17 [2], or during the early hours of Tuesday, Aug. 18 [3]. The news was publicly announced on Tuesday [3].
According to reports, she died of natural causes [5]. Her death marks the loss of a woman described as a reference for Brazilian dramaturgy [6].
A tribute posted to her Instagram account said, "Nossa grande estrela se despediu de nós. Laura Cardoso estará para sempre em nossos corações" [7].
Cardoso's career was defined by her versatility and longevity in the arts. Her influence extended through various generations of performers in Brazil, establishing her as a pillar of the national acting community [6].
“Laura Cardoso, referência da dramaturgia brasileira, faleceu aos 98 anos”
The death of Laura Cardoso represents the loss of one of the last remaining links to the foundational era of Brazilian television and theater. As a highly respected figure in dramaturgy, her passing marks a transition in the cultural landscape of São Paulo and the broader Brazilian entertainment industry.
