Eliana Rocha, the Brazilian actress known for her role in Miguel Falabella’s series “Pé na Cova,” died on Tuesday at 82. Falabella announced her death in a post on Instagram. No cause of death was given.
Falabella paid tribute to Rocha by recalling her character in the comedy series and describing her as a versatile, generous colleague. He also thanked her for the memories they shared.
Born in Santos, in the State of São Paulo, Rocha studied law and theater before moving to the city of São Paulo to work in writing. Her acting career included theater productions and television novelas such as “Marisol,” “Eu, a Vó e a Boi” and “Negócio da China,” the latter two also associated with Falabella.
Rocha also contributed to publishing projects, helping bring Zeca Camargo’s autobiography “50, Eu?” and a biography of actor Marcos Caruso to life.
Sources: Folha Ilustrada.