Benedito Ruy Barbosa, creator of ‘Pantanal’ and ‘Terra Nostra’, dies at age 95 in São Paulo after hospitalization
Brazilian television lost this Tuesday (07) the renowned playwright Benedito Ruy Barbosa, who passed away at the age of 95. The writer was hospitalized at Hospital do Coração (HCor), located in São Paulo, due to chronic kidney failure. Confirmation of his death was communicated this morning through an official note issued by the hospital itself.
In recent months, the author’s health condition had worsened, leading to multiple hospitalizations. Only in January of this year, Benedito Ruy Barbosa remained hospitalized at HCor for a period of more than 20 days, reflecting the complexity of his clinical condition and the need for intensive care.
With a brilliant career, Benedito Ruy Barbosa has immortalized himself as one of the biggest names in Brazilian television drama. His works, often set in rural contexts, such as the unforgettable “Pantanal”, “O Rei do Gado”, “Terra Nostra” and “Cabocla”, not only reached massive audiences, but also promoted a profound debate about the culture, values and customs of the interior of Brazil, impacting generations of viewers. He also signed adaptations of children’s classics such as “O Sítio do Picapau Amarelo” and “Meu Pedacinho de Chão”, demonstrating his versatility and ability to enchant audiences of all ages.
