The Benavente City Council also honored actor Luis Alleluia, who died in June 2023 at the age of 63.
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Sofia Alves next to the star that bears her name in front of the Samora Correa Cultural Center
Sofia Alves, 50, an inescapable name in acting in Portugal, has been honored for her career and contribution to the art world by the Benavente City Council. The actress's name was engraved and immortalized on a plaque, on the floor, in the space in front of the Samora Corea Cultural Center, a stage on which the artist has walked dozens of times throughout her career. The honoring ceremony was held on March 27, World Theater Day, moments before the play “Friends with Benefits” was shown on stage.
Sofia Alves was surprised by this honor, and could not contain her tears. “It was exceptional. I did not expect this honor. I am happy to be able to touch people’s hearts through theatre, which is my great passion,” the actress said. poison. Actor Luis Alleluia, who died in June 2023, was also the subject of a tribute with his name engraved in the same place. Ruy de Carvalho and Eunés Muñoz are two other artists featured in the Benavente Room.
Sofia Alves, 50, an inescapable name in acting in Portugal, has been honored for her career and contribution to the art world by the Benavente City Council. The actress's name was engraved and immortalized on a plaque, on the floor, in the space in front of the Samora Corea Cultural Center, a stage on which the artist has walked dozens of times throughout her career.
