Actor / Actress

Nelson Cavaquinho

Born October 29, 1911 Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 11 credits available

Biography

Nelson Antônio da Silva (October 29, 1911 – February 18, 1986), better known by the stage name Nelson Cavaquinho, was one of the most important singer/composers of samba. He is usually seen as a representative of the tragic aspects of samba thematics, with many songs about death and hopelessness. He was a prominent figure of samba school Estação Primeira de Mangueira.

Nelson Cavaquinho is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 11 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes O Casal (1975), Álbum de Música (1974), Memórias do Grupo Opinião (2019), Chico: Brazilian Artist (2015), Nelson de Copo e Alma (1985), Nelson Cavaquinho: MPB Especial (1973), Andança: Os Encontros e as Memórias de Beth Carvalho (2022), Noitada de Samba (1977). The recorded credits span 1969 to 2022, including 11 movies and 0 TV shows.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.