About Carequinha
Lived 1915 – 2006 (aged 90). Carequinha was a Brazilian actor, circus performer, film actor, singer and clown.
George Savalla Gomes, better known as Carequinha or Baldy the Clown (July 18, 1915 in Rio Bonito – April 5, 2006 in São Gonçalo), was a Brazilian clown and actor, born in a circus to a circus family. He had a thick head of hair, but wore a bald wig, starting from five years old – he was a clown in Circus Ocidental until the age of twelve. He was the first Brazilian clown to have his own TV show – Circo Bombril, later called Circo Carequinha ran for 16 years. He was a Freemason.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Carequinha?
Brazilian actor (1915–2006)
When was Carequinha born?
Carequinha was born on 18 July 1915 in Brazil.
When did Carequinha die?
Carequinha died on 5 April 2006 in São Gonçalo.
What was Carequinha's occupation?
Carequinha was an actor, circus performer, film actor, singer and clown.
What nationality was Carequinha?
Carequinha was Brazilian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Carequinha. https://biography.guide/carequinha/
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