About Jorge de Brito
Lived 1927 – 2006 (aged 78). Jorge de Brito was a Portuguese athlete, banker, sports executive and collector, known for Brisa – Auto-estradas de Portugal and S.L. Benfica.
Jorge Artur Rego de Brito ComIH ComM (7 November 1927 – 2 August 2006) was a Portuguese businessman, founder of Banco Intercontinental Português (BIP) and Brisa, dating back to "Verão Quente" (Hot Summer), when Benfica did not sign new players and lost two players to Lisbon rivals Sporting, thus not completing his triennal term. He was succeeded by Manuel Damásio.
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Who was Jorge de Brito?
Portuguese businessman (1927-2006)
When was Jorge de Brito born?
Jorge de Brito was born on 7 November 1927 in Freguesia de Queluz.
When did Jorge de Brito die?
Jorge de Brito died on 1 August 2006 in Freguesia dos Prazeres.
What was Jorge de Brito's occupation?
Jorge de Brito was an athlete, banker, sports executive and collector.
What was Jorge de Brito known for?
Jorge de Brito was known for Brisa – Auto-estradas de Portugal and S.L. Benfica.
What nationality was Jorge de Brito?
Jorge de Brito was Portuguese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jorge de Brito. https://biography.guide/jorge-de-brito/
MLA: "Jorge de Brito." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jorge-de-brito/.
Chicago: "Jorge de Brito." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jorge-de-brito/.
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