Virgilio Delgado Teixeira (October 26, 1917 – December 5, 2010) was a Portuguese film, television and stage actor, known for roles in both Portuguese and American films. He was known as a Portuguese "hearthrob" and a leading actor during the 1940s and 1950s.[1]
Teixeira was born in Funchal, Madeira, on October 26, 1917.[1] He began his career in Portuguese and Spanish cinema before taking roles in Hollywood productions.[1] Teixeira made his film debut in the 1943 film, Ave de Arribação.[1] In 1948, Teixeira portrayed Julio, the love interest of Amalia Rodrigues's character, in Fado, História de uma Cantadeira, which was directed by Perdigão Queiroga.[1] His later work in Portuguese film and television included A Mulher do Próximo in 1982 and the telenovela, Chuva na Areia, in 1984.[1]
Teixeira's Hollywood credits included roles in Alexander the Great, Return of the Seven and Doctor Zhivago.[1]
Additionally, Teixeira served as the first director of the Centro das Comunidades Madeirenses.[1]
Virgilio Teixeira died in Funchal, Madeira, of respiratory problems on December 5, 2010, at the age of 93.[1] He was survived by his wife, Vanda Teixeira.[1] President of the Regional Government of Madeira Alberto João Jardim called Teixeira a "Great Madeiran" following his death.