João Gilberto

João Gilberto Prado Pereira de Oliveira OMC, better known as João Gilberto (Juazeiro, June 10, 1931 — Rio de Janeiro, July 6, 2019), was a Brazilian singer, guitarist and composer. Considered a brilliant artist by musicologists and specialized journalists, he revolutionized Brazilian music by creating a new guitar beat to play samba: the "Bossa Nova".

João Gilberto is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 28 verified screen credits connected to this profile. Selected work includes Ritas (2025), They Shot the Piano Player (2023), Coisa Mais Linda - Histórias e Casos da Bossa Nova (2005), Grandes Nomes (1980), Copacabana Palace (1962), The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962), The Mike Douglas Show (1961), O Canto Livre de Nara Leão (2022). The recorded credits span 1958 to 2026, including 24 movies and 4 TV shows. The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.