Beloved Netflix Actor Dead at 55
Tony Germano, a beloved actor who lent his Portuguese voice to the Netflix children's series, Go, Dog, Go!, has died. He was 55.
According to a report in his native Brazil, the beloved theater and voice actor was in the middle of home renovations in São Paulo. He was inspecting his roof when he suddenly fell and plunged to his death.
The outlet Estadão reports that he was living with his parents at the time while carrying out renovations at his home. It's said that he climbed the roof before falling to his death.
What They're Saying
A rep confirmed the actor's death to People.
"It is with deep sorrow that we confirm the passing of actor and voice artist Tony Germano on the morning of Wednesday, November 26. Tony suffered a fall at his residence and, unfortunately, did not survive his injuries," the rep said in a statement.
The statement continued: "We kindly ask for respect and understanding during this painful time for his family, friends, and colleagues. Tony leaves behind a legacy of dedication, generosity and immense talent that touched everyone who had the privilege of working with him. His absence will be deeply felt."
Actor Miguel Falabella remembered his beloved friend with a tribute on Instagram.
"Tony Germano says goodbye to this plan under the strong applause of his peers. An untouchable professional, a dear friend, a gifted actor, I have had the privilege of working alongside him in a few productions, such as Annie and the Man de la Mancha among others," Falabella captioned the post in Portuguese. "Duty accomplished my dear A kiss in the heart."
Germano Was Primarily a Theater Actor
Germano appeared in plays such as The Phantom of the Opera, Miss Saigon, Jekyll & Hyde -- The Doctor and the Monster, and Fiddler on the Roof.
Estadão reported that Germano distinguished himself as a Portuguese voice actor in films and series, such as Nickelodeon's Nicky, Ricky, Dicky, & Dawn and Brazil's live-action version of Disney's Beauty and the Beast.
Germano also lent his voice to projects like Elena of Avalor and The Muppets.