About Suzy King
Lived 1917 – 1985 (aged 67). Suzy King was a Brazilian actor, fakir and dancer.
Georgina Pires Sampaio (born August 28, 1917 – August, 1985) was a Brazilian dancer, singer, actress and fakir. She is best known for her dance routines which involved snakes.
Biography Sampaio started her career in 1939, in São Paulo, Brazil, as Diva Rios, singing sambas and marches.
Later on she changed her name to Suzy King and started her iconic act of performing with pythons.
Sampaio had her peak during the 1950s when public fakirism was most popular. She was a multi-media star of sorts when such a term did not exist yet, always making sure newspapers would keep abreast of what she was doing.
Sampaio wrote a play that was banned by the authorities. She also tried to emulate Lady Godiva wearing a long blond wig to cover her breasts and riding a horse through the center of the city. She married an American in 1970 and moved to the United States.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Suzy King?
Brazilian dancer, singer, actress and fakir (1917-1985)
When was Suzy King born?
Suzy King was born on 28 August 1917 in Brazil.
When did Suzy King die?
Suzy King died on 1 August 1985 in California, United States.
What was Suzy King's occupation?
Suzy King was an actor, fakir and dancer.
What nationality was Suzy King?
Suzy King was Brazilian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Suzy King. https://biography.guide/suzy-king/
MLA: "Suzy King." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/suzy-king/.
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