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Jandira MartiniBrazilian actress, playwright, theatre director and producer
Date of Birth: 10.07.1945
Country:  Brazil |
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Early Life and Education
Jandira Martini was born on July 10, 1945, in Santos, Brazil. Her parents were Alfredo Lalia, a jeweler, and Jandira Jão, a housewife. Martini studied Literature at the Catholic University of Santos before pursuing a degree in Dramatic Arts from the University of São Paulo. She also became friends with Ney Latorraca in her youth, who helped reignite her passion for theater after she experienced a setback in acting.
Television
Martini first appeared on television in the mid-1960s. However, her breakthrough role came in 1988 when she played the strict and tyrannical Theodora in the telenovela "Como Salvar Meu Casamento." She subsequently gained attention for her roles in "História de Ana Raio e Zé Trovão" and "O Fantasma da Ópera."
In 2001, Martini rose to international fame as the patient, loyal, kind, and religious Zoraide in the telenovela "O Clone." This role earned her a Prêmio Arte Qualidade Brasil award. She continued to have recurring roles in several telenovelas, including "América," "Desejo Proibido," and "Escrito nas Estrelas."
Film
While primarily known for her television work, Martini also made a mark in films. She starred in "Poderá Ela Aguentar?" in the late 1970s, "Menino Maluquinho 2: A Aventura" in the early 1990s, and "Olga" in the mid-2000s. In recent years, she appeared in several feature films, including "Chorar de Rir" (2019), "10 Horas para o Natal" (2019), and "Pitada de Sorte" (2023).
Theater
Martini had a distinguished career in theater. She not only performed in plays like "Richard III," " Quem Você Quer Ser Quando Crescer?" and "A Vida é uma Ópera," but she also co-founded the Royal Bexiga's Company, directed plays like "A Revolução Está Chegando e Eu Não Tenho Nada Pra Vestir" and "Em Defesa do Companheiro GＧi Damiani," and wrote numerous plays and screenplays with her friend Marcus Caruso.
Personal Life
Martini kept her personal life private and avoided social media. She married subway engineer José Geraldo Martini and had two children, Lucas and Fernanda. She maintained close friendships with Marcus Caruso and Ney Latorraca.
Death
Martini passed away on January 29, 2024, at the age of 78, after a six-year battle with lung cancer. Her death was mourned by her friends and colleagues, who paid tribute to her talent, kindness, and enduring legacy.
