António Alçada Baptista was a Portuguese actor and writer who is best known for Prata da Casa, The Jester, and O Tópico. He was born on January 29, 1927, in Covilhã, Portugal, and passed away on December 7, 2008, in Lisbon, Portugal.
Personal and Family Life
António came from a large family and was the son of Maria da Natividade Alçada and Luís Vitor Tavares Baptista. He had two brothers and two sisters, and he himself was a proud father of seven children: Pedro, Inês, Rita, Luís, Marta, Sofia, and Ana. He was married to Maria José Coutinho Guedes, and they shared a loving family, later welcoming several grandchildren.
Death and Legacy
António Alçada Baptista died from heart disease in Lisbon on December 7, 2008. His contributions to Portuguese cinema and literature have left a lasting impact, remembered by fans and family alike. His works continue to inspire many in the arts.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Zona+ | 1994-09-19 | Próprio |
| Prata da Casa | 1980 | N/A |
| The Jester | 1987 | N/A |
| O Tópico | 1982 | N/A |