Netflix star Tony Germano dies aged 55 following fatal fall as representative speaks out
Tony Germano, who has voiced and starred in a number of Netflix, Disney, and Nickelodeon productions, has died at the age of 55.
Germano died following a serious fall at his home in São Paulo, Brazil, while checking on renovations to the property, his representative confirmed.
After climbing onto the roof to check out how the work was progressing, Germano sadly lost his balance and fell to his death.
In a statement to People, the actor's reps said: "It is with deep sorrow that we confirm the passing of actor and voice artist Tony Germano on the morning of Wednesday, November 26. Tony suffered a fall at his residence and, unfortunately, did not survive his injuries."
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The actor was laid to rest yesterday at Bosque da Paz Cemetery in Vargem Grande Paulista, a service which was heavily attended by devastated friends and members of his family.
His reps' statement continued: "We kindly ask for respect and understanding during this painful time for his family, friends, and colleagues. Tony leaves behind a legacy of dedication, generosity and immense talent that touched everyone who had the privilege of working with him. His absence will be deeply felt."
Local media indicates that Germano had been staying at his parents' home while the renovation work was carried out. Reports also detailed that the actor had gone out with his sister on the night before his tragic accident and seemed in good spirits.
The veteran actor will be known by younger generations in Brazil for his many Portuguese-language roles, such as Netflix's Go, Dog, Go! and Nickelodeon's Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn. His voice was also used on Disney's localized live-action version of 2017's Beauty and the Beast.
The Brazilian actor also had voice roles in Disney Jr's Elena of Avalor and The Muppets.
Germano spent much of his life on stage, taking part in productions of musical classics like The Phantom of the Opera, Miss Saigon, Jekyll & Hyde and Fiddler on the Roof.
In recent years, the industry veteran saw more roles on screen too, playing Doctor Lauro in 2025's Labyrinth of Lost Boys and Marcílio in Prime's 2023 film An Unforgettable Year: Autumn.
Tributes have poured in from fans, with one writing on his Instagram: "Dear Tony, so sad to hear of your passing. I wish you a lot of light and may your passage be light and kind as you've always been".
Another added: "Sad... so sad to see you leave!!! Thank you dear friend of so many years for your ART".
Matheus Marchetti, who directed Labyrinth of Lost Boys, also shared his grief at the loss of a creative partnership that 'seemed like it was going to last forever'.
Marchetti described him as a 'father figure' on set that 'any of us could count on.
Topics: Netflix, Disney, Nickelodeon, Film and TV
William Morgan