[1] He began his career in Portuguese and Spanish cinema before taking roles in Hollywood productions.
[1] In 1948, Teixeira portrayed Julio, the love interest of Amalia Rodrigues's character, in Fado, História de uma Cantadeira, which was directed by Perdigão Queiroga.
[1] His later work in Portuguese film and television included A Mulher do Próximo in 1982 and the telenovela, Chuva na Areia, in 1984.
[1] Teixeira's Hollywood credits included roles in Alexander the Great, Return of the Seven, and Doctor Zhivago.
[1] President of the Regional Government of Madeira Alberto João Jardim called Teixeira a "Great Madeiran" following his death.