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Selton Mello

Selton Mello

Known For Acting
Birthday Dec 30, 1972 (52)
Birthplace Passos, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Popularity 0.8 (history)
Updated Aug 08, 2025
Entry Date Feb 15, 2025
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Selton Mello, one of Brazil’s most respected actors and directors, has built a remarkable career spanning four decades. From his beginnings as a child actor to his status as a celebrated artist, Mello has consistently demonstrated his passion for storytelling and connection with audiences. Born on ... December 30, 1972, in Passos, Minas Gerais, Mello began acting in Brazilian television soap operas during the 1980s. His talent quickly earned him recognition, leading to his transition to cinema. In the 1990s, he gained acclaim with films such as Lavoura Arcaica (To the Left of the Father) and O Auto da Compadecida (A Dog’s Will). The latter remains a cultural classic, with Mello’s role as Chicó highlighting his comedic timing and depth. Mello’s versatility as an actor is evident in his diverse filmography, including Meu Nome Não É Johnny (My Name Ain’t Johnny)* and Jean Charles, a poignant portrayal of a Brazilian immigrant’s tragic story. In Ainda Estou Aqui (I’m Still Here), directed by Walter Salles, Mello delivered a powerful performance as Rubens Paiva, a congressman disappeared during Brazil’s military dictatorship. Beyond acting, Mello has excelled as a director. His 2011 film O Palhaço (The Clown), which explores themes of identity and purpose, received widespread acclaim and numerous awards. His second directorial work, O Filme da Minha Vida (The Movie of My Life), further showcased his storytelling ability, earning accolades at the Rome Film Festival. In 2024, Mello continues to impact Brazilian cinema with anticipated projects like O Auto da Compadecida 2 and Bury Your Dead, reflecting his ability to adapt to diverse narratives. A member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Mello plays a key role in promoting Brazilian cinema internationally. With over 40 years in the industry, Selton Mello remains a significant figure, celebrated for his contributions as an actor, director, and cultural embassador.

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as Santiago Braga

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Organization Category Movie
Television Credits

Força de um Desejo

as Abelardo Silveira Sobral

Episodes: 226

First Aired: May 10, 1999

A Próxima Vítima

as Antônio Mestieri (Tonico)

Episodes: 203

First Aired: Mar 13, 1995

A Indomada

as Emanuel Faruk

Episodes: 203

First Aired: Feb 17, 1997

Tropicaliente

as Vitor Velasquez

Episodes: 194

First Aired: May 16, 1994

Olho no Olho

as João Carlos Zapata (Juca)

Episodes: 185

First Aired: Sep 06, 1993

Corpo a Corpo

as Ronaldo Pellegrini

Episodes: 179

First Aired: Nov 26, 1984

Pedra Sobre Pedra

as Bruno

Episodes: 179

First Aired: Jan 06, 1992

Nos Tempos do Imperador

as Dom Pedro II, Imperador do Brasil

Episodes: 154

First Aired: Aug 09, 2021

Sessão de Terapia

as Dr. Caio Barone

Episodes: 70

First Aired: Oct 01, 2012

Os Maias

as João da Ega

Episodes: 42

First Aired: Jan 09, 2001

The Mechanism

as Marco Ruffo

Episodes: 16

First Aired: Mar 23, 2018

Os Normais

as Bernardo

Episodes: 14

First Aired: Jun 01, 2001

The Invisible Woman

as Pedro

Episodes: 13

First Aired: May 31, 2011

Treze Dias Longe do Sol

as Saulo Garcez

Episodes: 10

First Aired: Nov 02, 2017

Dangerous Liaisons

as Augusto de Valmont

Episodes: 10

First Aired: Jan 04, 2016

Miracle Hands

as Dimas Bevilláqua

Episodes: 9

First Aired: Aug 10, 2010

Os Aspones

as Tales

Episodes: 7

First Aired: Nov 05, 2004

O Sistema

as Matias Cadore / Matt

Episodes: 6

First Aired: Nov 02, 2007

O Auto da Compadecida

as Chicó

Episodes: 4

First Aired: Jan 05, 1999

A Invenção do Brasil

as Diogo Álvares, o Caramuru

Episodes: 3

First Aired: Apr 19, 2000

Os Normais

as Nilo

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Jun 01, 2001

Sinhá Moça

as Rafael (criança)

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Apr 28, 1986

Brava Gente

as Daniel

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Dec 26, 2000

Brava Gente

as Sardinha

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Dec 26, 2000

You Were Never Alone

as Self

Episodes: 7

First Aired: Jun 29, 2021

Lady Night

as Self

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Apr 10, 2017

A Comédia da Vida Privada

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Aug 03, 1994

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