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Italianism pays tribute to Rolando Boldrin this Sunday

Grandson of immigrants from northern Italy, Boldrin was born in the city of São Joaquim da Barra, in the interior of São Paulo.

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Rolando Boldrin on the program 'Mr. Brasil', from TV Cultura - 2006 | Pierre Yves Refalo/Disclosure

This Sunday (13) Italianism will pay tribute to Rolando Boldrin, Italian-Brazilian and multiple artist.

The series "Italian Heritage – Personalities” tells the story of Boldrin’s 85 years of life.

Grandson of immigrants from northern Italy, Boldrin was born in the city of São Joaquim da Barra, in the interior of São Paulo.

After a long career of more than 60 years, he passed away in São Paulo on November 9, 2022, leaving an important legacy, especially for the The music bumpkin.

Rolando Boldrin brightened the mornings of TV Culture, being at the forefront of the program Mr. Brazil for more than 15 years.

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