The death of Gracindo Jr., at age 83, caused commotion among artists who worked with the actor throughout more than five decades of career. The passing of the actor, who had memorable roles in theater and Brazilian television, was mourned by colleagues on social media.
Actress Zezé Motta posted a photo alongside Gracindo Jr. and recalled their time together during the filming of the soap opera "Ouro Verde," made in Portugal. According to her, the time away from Brazil made the cast members become a kind of family.
Zezé Motta said she kept special affection for the memory of the two in Portugal and posted an emotional farewell on social media. "Today I bid farewell to Gracindo Jr., a fellow professional, a stage companion, and a very particular chapter of my life," the actress wrote.
The post also revealed that Zezé Motta has been following the departure of other colleagues in recent months, reflecting on the farewells that marked the recent period of the Brazilian entertainment industry.
