Adhemar Ferreira da Silva, a multifaceted individual, entered the world on September 29, 1927, in the vibrant city of São Paulo, Brazil.
As an accomplished actor, he left an indelible mark on the film industry, starring in a diverse range of projects, including the critically acclaimed Black Orpheus (1959),the documentary Olympic Games: 1956 (1956),and the thought-provoking Abolition (1988).
After a life well-lived, Adhemar Ferreira da Silva's journey came to a close on January 12, 2001, in his hometown of São Paulo, Brazil.