

4.045 minSeason 1 • Episode 203
LatestHeartbreak forever changed the fate of the young and humble José Alfredo. Years later, he became the Lord Alfredo, a successful owner of a jewelry empire and a man obsessed with power. Temperamental and cunning, he tries to balance his turbulent marriage, an extramarital love affair, and the dispute between his children over succession in his business. One day, however, the unexpected appearance of a possible daughter, of whom he was unaware, causes upheaval in his life and takes his familial conflicts to a whole new level.
Acting
Alexandre Nero devours scenery as the Comendador.
Costume
Glitzy jewelry empire fashion that screams 'new money'.
Writing
Aguinaldo Silva's trademark twists every 4.7 episodes.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Empire helped revive the 'novela das 9' tradition of wealthy, morally bankrupt dynasties, directly inspired by 1980s hits like Vale Tudo.
The Comendador's iconic white suits became so popular that Alexandre Nero was offered jewelry endorsement deals during filming.