neila tavares (18 september 1948 – 4 june 2022) was a brazilian actress, television presenter and journalist. she was born in niterói, brazil. tavares began her career in 1968. she was known for her roles in telenovelas such as "anjo mau" and "gabriela". she retired from acting in 2013. she also worked as a presenter for rede manchete and tve brasil.