Mauro Mendonça Brazilian Actor Known for Paraíso
Mauro Mendonça · actor and film actor · Brazilian
Known for
Biography
Mauro Mendonça (2 April 1932, Ubá) is a Brazilian actor. Audiences know him from Paraíso (2009) and Dancin' Days (1978).
Career
His first listed screen credit dates to 1964, with Seara Vermelha. Work from the 1960s includes A Muralha (1968). Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands (1976) and Nos Embalos de Ipanema (1978) are among his 1970s credits. In the 1980s, he appeared in Louco Amor (1983) and Moinhos de Vento (1983). The 2000s brought A Muralha (2000). The list below counts 3 films and 9 TV series from 1964 to 2009.
Sônia Braga appears in two of his listed titles. Another co-star who recurs in his credits is Glória Pires (two titles).
Recognition
Among his honours is the Order of Cultural Merit (Brazil), won in 2016.
Personal life
He has been married to Rosamaria Murtinho since 1959. He is the father of Mauro Mendonça Filho, and has 3 children in total.
Filmography
12 credits| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009–2010 | Paraíso | TV series | |
| 2000– | A Muralha | TV series | |
| 1983– | Louco Amor | TV series | |
| 1983– | Moinhos de Vento | TV series | |
| 1979– | Feijão Maravilha | TV series | |
| 1978–1979 | Dancin' Days | TV series | |
| 1978 | Nos Embalos de Ipanema | Film | |
| 1976 | Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands | Film | |
| 1968– | A Muralha | TV series | |
| 1964 | Seara Vermelha | Film | |
| As Tres Marias | TV series | ||
| Incidente em Antares | TV series |
Awards and nominations
1 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Order of Cultural Merit (Brazil) | Won |
Mauro Mendonça on Social Media
Frequently asked questions
How old is Mauro Mendonça?
Mauro Mendonça is 94 years old, born on 2 April 1932 in Ubá.
What is Mauro Mendonça known for?
Mauro Mendonça is known for Paraíso (2009) and Dancin' Days (1978).
What is Mauro Mendonça’s nationality?
Mauro Mendonça is Brazilian, born in Ubá.
Who is Mauro Mendonça married to?
Mauro Mendonça is married to Rosamaria Murtinho; they married in 1959.
Has Mauro Mendonça won any awards?
Yes. Mauro Mendonça won Order of Cultural Merit (Brazil) (2016).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q3852878), accessed October 2026
- Photo: Globoplay Novelas · CC BY 3.0
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