Afro-Brazilian Culture

Haroldo Costa, actor and carnival expert, dies at 95

December 13, 2025 Ti AI ṣe iroyin Àwòrán tí AI ṣe

Haroldo Costa, actor, director and carnival commentator, died at 95 on Saturday (13/12) in Rio de Janeiro. His family announced the death on social media without revealing the cause, highlighting his long career in valuing black culture and samba. His trajectory includes pioneering theatre roles and contributions to preserving Rio's carnival memory.