SettingsBrazilian people of Black African descent
Abdias do Nascimento
Abdias do Nascimento (March 14, 1914 — May 23, 2011) was a prominent Afro-Brazilian scholar, artist, and politician.
Abdias do Nascimento (March 14, 1914 — May 23, 2011) was a prominent Afro-Brazilian scholar, artist, and politician.
Abuda
Adaílson Pereira Coelho, more commonly known as Abuda (born 28 March 1986 in São Luís), is a Brazilian striker.
Adaílson Pereira Coelho, more commonly known as Abuda (born 28 March 1986 in São Luís), is a Brazilian striker.
Adhemar da Silva
Adhemar Ferreira da Silva (September 29, 1927 – January 12, 2001) is a former Brazilian athlete who competed in the triple jump.
Adhemar Ferreira da Silva (September 29, 1927 – January 12, 2001) is a former Brazilian athlete who competed in the triple jump.
Adriana Bombom
Adriana Bombom, stage name of Adriana Soares (Rio de Janeiro, January 8, 1974), is a Brazilian dancer, model, television host, and actress.
Adriana Bombom, stage name of Adriana Soares (Rio de Janeiro, January 8, 1974), is a Brazilian dancer, model, television host, and actress.
Afonso Alves
Afonso Alves Martins Júnior (born 30 January 1981) is a Brazilian footballer who plays for the Qatari club Al Rayyan Sports Club as a striker.
Afonso Alves Martins Júnior (born 30 January 1981) is a Brazilian footballer who plays for the Qatari club Al Rayyan Sports Club as a striker.
Afro-Brazilian history
The history of Afro-Brazilian people spans over five centuries of racial interaction between Africans imported, involved or descended from the effects of the Atlantic slave trade.
The history of Afro-Brazilian people spans over five centuries of racial interaction between Africans imported, involved or descended from the effects of the Atlantic slave trade.
Alcione Nazareth
Alcione Dias Nazareth (born November 21, 1947) (better known as simply Alcione, also nicknamed as A Marrom (the brown one)) is one of the most successful female sambists in Brazil wh...
Alcione Dias Nazareth (born November 21, 1947) (better known as simply Alcione, also nicknamed as A Marrom (the brown one)) is one of the most successful female sambists in Brazil wh...
Aldair
Aldair, full name Aldair Nascimento dos Santos is a retired association footballer who was part of the Brazilian national team that won the 1994 FIFA World Cup.
Aldair, full name Aldair Nascimento dos Santos is a retired association footballer who was part of the Brazilian national team that won the 1994 FIFA World Cup.
Aleijadinho
Aleijadinho (b. Antônio Francisco Lisboa; 1730 or 1738 – November 18, 1814) was a Colonial Brazil-born sculptor and architect, noted for his works on and in various churches of Brazil.
Aleijadinho (b. Antônio Francisco Lisboa; 1730 or 1738 – November 18, 1814) was a Colonial Brazil-born sculptor and architect, noted for his works on and in various churches of Brazil.
Alessandro Santos
Alessandro Santos, formerly name ; Alessandro dos Santos, born July 20, 1977 in Maringá, Paraná, Brazil, and often known as Alex, is a Brazilian Japanese football player who plays for ...
Alessandro Santos, formerly name ; Alessandro dos Santos, born July 20, 1977 in Maringá, Paraná, Brazil, and often known as Alex, is a Brazilian Japanese football player who plays for ...
Alex Cazumba
Alex dos Santos Cazumba, usually known as Alex Cazumba, Alequito or Alex, is a Brazilian footballer currently playing for XV de Piracicaba.
Alex dos Santos Cazumba, usually known as Alex Cazumba, Alequito or Alex, is a Brazilian footballer currently playing for XV de Piracicaba.
Alex Rodrigo Dias da Costa
Alex Rodrigo Dias da Costa, better known as Alex (; born 17 June 1982 in Niterói), is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Paris Saint-Germain F.C. and the Brazil national football team.
Alex Rodrigo Dias da Costa, better known as Alex (; born 17 June 1982 in Niterói), is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Paris Saint-Germain F.C. and the Brazil national football team.
Alex Sandro da Silva
Alex Sandro da Silva or simply Alex Silva (born 10 March 1985 in Amparo, São Paulo), is a Brazilian central defender.
Alex Sandro da Silva or simply Alex Silva (born 10 March 1985 in Amparo, São Paulo), is a Brazilian central defender.
Alex Teixeira
Alex Teixeira Santos or simply Alex Teixeira, is a Brazilian attacking midfielder, who currently plays for Shakhtar Donetsk.
Alex Teixeira Santos or simply Alex Teixeira, is a Brazilian attacking midfielder, who currently plays for Shakhtar Donetsk.
Alex Terra
Alex Barbosa de Azevedo Terra, commonly known as Alex Terra or simply Alex, is a Brazilian footballer currently playing for Melbourne Heart in the A-League.
Alex Barbosa de Azevedo Terra, commonly known as Alex Terra or simply Alex, is a Brazilian footballer currently playing for Melbourne Heart in the A-League.
Alexsandro de Souza
Alexsandro de Souza, (born 14 September 1977 in Curitiba) is a Brazilian footballer and the captain of Turkish club Fenerbahçe.
Alexsandro de Souza, (born 14 September 1977 in Curitiba) is a Brazilian footballer and the captain of Turkish club Fenerbahçe.
Almir Guineto
Almir Guineto (b. July 12, 1946, birth name Almir de Souza Serra) is a Brazilian sambista, singer/songwriter and instrumentalist, working in the genres of samba and pagode.
Almir Guineto (b. July 12, 1946, birth name Almir de Souza Serra) is a Brazilian sambista, singer/songwriter and instrumentalist, working in the genres of samba and pagode.
Amen Santo
Mestre Amen Santo is an Afro-Brazilian mestre (master) of the acrobatic martial art of capoeira.
Mestre Amen Santo is an Afro-Brazilian mestre (master) of the acrobatic martial art of capoeira.
Anderson Luís de Abreu Oliveira
Anderson Luís de Abreu Oliveira (born 13 April 1988), best known as Anderson, is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays as a midfielder for Manchester United and the Brazil national team.
Anderson Luís de Abreu Oliveira (born 13 April 1988), best known as Anderson, is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays as a midfielder for Manchester United and the Brazil national team.
Anderson Rodrigues (volleyball)
Anderson Rodrigues is a Brazilian volleyball player who won a gold medal at the 2004 Summer Olympics and a silver medal at the 2008 Summer Olympics.
Anderson Rodrigues is a Brazilian volleyball player who won a gold medal at the 2004 Summer Olympics and a silver medal at the 2008 Summer Olympics.
André Bahia
André Luiz Bahia dos Santos Viana (born 24 November 1983 in Rio de Janeiro) is a Brazilian footballer.
André Luiz Bahia dos Santos Viana (born 24 November 1983 in Rio de Janeiro) is a Brazilian footballer.
André da Silva
André Domingos da Silva (born 26 November 1972 in Santo André, São Paulo) is a Brazilian athlete who competed mainly in the 100 and 200 metres.
André Domingos da Silva (born 26 November 1972 in Santo André, São Paulo) is a Brazilian athlete who competed mainly in the 100 and 200 metres.
André Luiz Tavares
Andrezinho, real name André Luiz Tavares, mostly called Tavares in Korea (born July 30, 1983, in Campinas, São Paulo), is a Brazilian footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder ...
Andrezinho, real name André Luiz Tavares, mostly called Tavares in Korea (born July 30, 1983, in Campinas, São Paulo), is a Brazilian footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder ...
André Rebouças
André Pinto Rebouças (1838–1898) was a Brazilian military engineer, abolitionist and inventor, son of Antônio Pereira Rebouças (1798–1880) and Carolina Pinto Rebouças.
André Pinto Rebouças (1838–1898) was a Brazilian military engineer, abolitionist and inventor, son of Antônio Pereira Rebouças (1798–1880) and Carolina Pinto Rebouças.
Antônio Gonçalves Teixeira e Sousa
Antônio Gonçalves Teixeira e Sousa (March 28, 1812 — December 1, 1861) was a Brazilian poet, novelist and playwright, whose novel O Filho do Pescador (in The Fisherman's Son) is considered t...
Antônio Gonçalves Teixeira e Sousa (March 28, 1812 — December 1, 1861) was a Brazilian poet, novelist and playwright, whose novel O Filho do Pescador (in The Fisherman's Son) is considered t...
Arthur Friedenreich
Arthur Friedenreich (July 18, 1892 in São Paulo – September 6, 1969) was a Brazilian football player.
Arthur Friedenreich (July 18, 1892 in São Paulo – September 6, 1969) was a Brazilian football player.
Benedita da Silva
Benedita Souza da Silva Sampaio, (born in Rio de Janeiro, April 26, 1943) is a Brazilian politician.
Benedita Souza da Silva Sampaio, (born in Rio de Janeiro, April 26, 1943) is a Brazilian politician.
Breno Borges
Breno Vinicius Rodrigues Borges (born 13 October 1989 in Cruzeiro), commonly known as Breno, is a Brazilian football central defender.
Breno Vinicius Rodrigues Borges (born 13 October 1989 in Cruzeiro), commonly known as Breno, is a Brazilian football central defender.
Breno Mello
Breno Mello was an athlete and actor.
Breno Mello was an athlete and actor.
Cacau
Claudemir Jerônimo Barreto (born 27 March 1981 in Santo André, São Paulo), commonly known as Cacau, is a Brazilian-born German football striker who is currently playing for Stuttgart in th...
Claudemir Jerônimo Barreto (born 27 March 1981 in Santo André, São Paulo), commonly known as Cacau, is a Brazilian-born German football striker who is currently playing for Stuttgart in th...
Cafu
Marcos Evangelista de Moraes (born 7 June 1970), better known as Cafu, is a former Brazilian footballer who is widely regarded as one of the greatest right-backs ever.
Marcos Evangelista de Moraes (born 7 June 1970), better known as Cafu, is a former Brazilian footballer who is widely regarded as one of the greatest right-backs ever.
Caiuby
Caiuby Francisco da Silva (born 14 July 1988 in São Paulo), commonly known as Caiuby is a Brazilian footballer who plays for FC Ingolstadt 04.
Caiuby Francisco da Silva (born 14 July 1988 in São Paulo), commonly known as Caiuby is a Brazilian footballer who plays for FC Ingolstadt 04.
Carlinhos Brown
Carlinhos Brown is a Oscar nominated Brazilian musician, songwriter and record producer from Salvador, Bahia.
Carlinhos Brown is a Oscar nominated Brazilian musician, songwriter and record producer from Salvador, Bahia.
Carlinhos Pandeiro de Ouro
Carlinhos Pandeiro de Ouro, a Brazilian of African and Portuguese descent, is a percussionist best known for playing the pandeiro, and is one of the instrument's major proponents.
Carlinhos Pandeiro de Ouro, a Brazilian of African and Portuguese descent, is a percussionist best known for playing the pandeiro, and is one of the instrument's major proponents.
Carlos Alberto Carvalho dos Anjos Junior
Carlos Alberto Carvalho dos Anjos Junior "Juninho" (born September 15, 1977, in Salvador, Bahia) is a Brazilian professional football striker who currently plays for Japan's J. League club Kashi...
Carlos Alberto Carvalho dos Anjos Junior "Juninho" (born September 15, 1977, in Salvador, Bahia) is a Brazilian professional football striker who currently plays for Japan's J. League club Kashi...
Carlos Alberto de Jesus
Carlos Alberto Gomes de Jesus commonly known as just Carlos Alberto, is a Brazilian football attacking midfielder, who currently plays for Grêmio, on loan from Vasco da Gama.
Carlos Alberto Gomes de Jesus commonly known as just Carlos Alberto, is a Brazilian football attacking midfielder, who currently plays for Grêmio, on loan from Vasco da Gama.
Carlos Eduardo Marques
Carlos Eduardo Marques or Carlos Eduardo (born 18 July 1987 in Ajuricaba), is a Brazilian left-sided attacking midfielder.
Carlos Eduardo Marques or Carlos Eduardo (born 18 July 1987 in Ajuricaba), is a Brazilian left-sided attacking midfielder.
Carlos Santos de Jesus
Carlos Santos de Jesus (born 25 February 1985 in São Paulo, Brazil) is a Brasilian professional footballer, currently a free agent.
Carlos Santos de Jesus (born 25 February 1985 in São Paulo, Brazil) is a Brasilian professional footballer, currently a free agent.
Cartola
Angenor de Oliveira, known as Cartola, was a Brazilian singer, composer and poet considered to be a figure in the development of samba.
Angenor de Oliveira, known as Cartola, was a Brazilian singer, composer and poet considered to be a figure in the development of samba.
Caçapa
Cláudio Roberto da Silva, commonly known as Cláudio Caçapa or simply Caçapa (Pronounced Kassapa) (born 29 May 1976) is a Brazilian football player.
Cláudio Roberto da Silva, commonly known as Cláudio Caçapa or simply Caçapa (Pronounced Kassapa) (born 29 May 1976) is a Brazilian football player.
Celso Pitta
Celso Roberto Pitta do Nascimento (; September 29, 1946 – November 20, 2009) was a Brazilian economist and politician.
Celso Roberto Pitta do Nascimento (; September 29, 1946 – November 20, 2009) was a Brazilian economist and politician.
Chica da Silva
Chica da Silva, sometimes written as Xica da Silva (Francisca da Silva de Oliveira, c. 1732-1796) was a Brazilian woman who became famous for becoming rich and powerful though having b...
Chica da Silva, sometimes written as Xica da Silva (Francisca da Silva de Oliveira, c. 1732-1796) was a Brazilian woman who became famous for becoming rich and powerful though having b...
Chico César
Chico César (born January 26, 1964 in Catolé do Rocha, Paraíba) is a Brazilian singer-composer-songwriter.
Chico César (born January 26, 1964 in Catolé do Rocha, Paraíba) is a Brazilian singer-composer-songwriter.
Chico Rei
Chico Rei is a semi-mythic heroic figure from the slave trade in Brazil.
Chico Rei is a semi-mythic heroic figure from the slave trade in Brazil.
Chiquinha Gonzaga
Francisca Edwiges Neves Gonzaga (October 17, 1847 Rio de Janeiro - February 28, 1935 Rio de Janeiro) was a Brazilian composer, pianist and conductor.
Francisca Edwiges Neves Gonzaga (October 17, 1847 Rio de Janeiro - February 28, 1935 Rio de Janeiro) was a Brazilian composer, pianist and conductor.
Claiton Fontoura dos Santos
Claiton Alberto Fontoura dos Santos or simply Claiton (born January 25, 1978, in Porto Alegre) is a Brazilian midfielder.
Claiton Alberto Fontoura dos Santos or simply Claiton (born January 25, 1978, in Porto Alegre) is a Brazilian midfielder.
Clara Nunes
Clara Nunes (; August 12, 1943 – April 2, 1983) was a Afro-Brazilian singer, regarded as one of the greatest of her generation.
Clara Nunes (; August 12, 1943 – April 2, 1983) was a Afro-Brazilian singer, regarded as one of the greatest of her generation.
Cléber Américo da Conceição
Cléber, full name Cléber Américo da Conceição (born 26 July 1969 in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais), is a former Brazilian football player at the position of defender.
Cléber, full name Cléber Américo da Conceição (born 26 July 1969 in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais), is a former Brazilian football player at the position of defender.
Cristiano dos Santos Rodrigues
Cristiano dos Santos Rodrigues (born 3 June 1981), commonly known as Cristiano, is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a striker for South Australian Premier League side White City FC.
Cristiano dos Santos Rodrigues (born 3 June 1981), commonly known as Cristiano, is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a striker for South Australian Premier League side White City FC.
Daiane dos Santos
Daiane Garcia dos Santos (born February 10, 1983) is one of Brazil's most successful female gymnasts.
Daiane Garcia dos Santos (born February 10, 1983) is one of Brazil's most successful female gymnasts.
Daniel Alves
Daniel Alves da Silva (born 6 May 1983), commonly known as Dani Alves, is a Brazilian footballer.
Daniel Alves da Silva (born 6 May 1983), commonly known as Dani Alves, is a Brazilian footballer.
Daúde Candeal
Daúde Candeal (born September 23, 1961 in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil) is a Brazilian musician, singer/songwriter, and scholar.
Daúde Candeal (born September 23, 1961 in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil) is a Brazilian musician, singer/songwriter, and scholar.
Dedé (footballer)
Anderson Vital da Silva, known as Dedé, is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays as a centre back or sweeper for Vasco da Gama and the Brazilian national team.
Anderson Vital da Silva, known as Dedé, is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays as a centre back or sweeper for Vasco da Gama and the Brazilian national team.
Deivid de Souza
Deivid de Souza, commonly known as Deivid, is a Brazilian football striker who plays for Flamengo.
Deivid de Souza, commonly known as Deivid, is a Brazilian football striker who plays for Flamengo.
Denni Rocha dos Santos
Denni Rocha dos Santos, usually known as Denni (born 21 August 1983 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) is a professional footballer currently playing for Maltese Premier League side Valletta, wher...
Denni Rocha dos Santos, usually known as Denni (born 21 August 1983 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) is a professional footballer currently playing for Maltese Premier League side Valletta, wher...
Dentinho
Bruno Ferreira Bonfim (born 19 January 1989), commonly known as Dentinho, is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a striker for Shakhtar Donetsk.
Bruno Ferreira Bonfim (born 19 January 1989), commonly known as Dentinho, is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a striker for Shakhtar Donetsk.
Denílson de Oliveira Araújo
Denílson de Oliveira Araújo, commonly known as Denílson, is a Brazilian former footballer, who played mostly as a left winger.
Denílson de Oliveira Araújo, commonly known as Denílson, is a Brazilian former footballer, who played mostly as a left winger.
Denílson Pereira Neves
Denílson Pereira Neves (born 16 February 1988) is a Brazilian footballer who plays for São Paulo as a central midfielder, on loan from Arsenal.
Denílson Pereira Neves (born 16 February 1988) is a Brazilian footballer who plays for São Paulo as a central midfielder, on loan from Arsenal.
Detinho
José Wellington Bento dos Santos, commonly known as Detinho (Chinese:迪天奴) (born 11 September 1973 in Sergipe), is a Brazilian football player who is playing for the Hong Kong First Divisio...
José Wellington Bento dos Santos, commonly known as Detinho (Chinese:迪天奴) (born 11 September 1973 in Sergipe), is a Brazilian football player who is playing for the Hong Kong First Divisio...
Dida (goalkeeper)
Nélson de Jesus Silva, better known simply as Dida, is a Brazilian former footballer who played as goalkeeper.
Nélson de Jesus Silva, better known simply as Dida, is a Brazilian former footballer who played as goalkeeper.
Didi (footballer)
Waldyr Pereira (October 8, 1928 – May 12, 2001), nicknamed Didi, was a Brazilian football midfielder.
Waldyr Pereira (October 8, 1928 – May 12, 2001), nicknamed Didi, was a Brazilian football midfielder.
Diego Carlos
Diego Carlos de Oliveira, known as Diego Carlos is a Brazilian football striker, who currently plays for FC Nizhny Novgorod.
Diego Carlos de Oliveira, known as Diego Carlos is a Brazilian football striker, who currently plays for FC Nizhny Novgorod.
Dionne Warwick
Dionne Warwick, is an American singer, actress and TV show host, who became a United Nations Global Ambassador for the Food and Agriculture Organization, and a United States Ambassador of Health.
Dionne Warwick, is an American singer, actress and TV show host, who became a United Nations Global Ambassador for the Food and Agriculture Organization, and a United States Ambassador of Health.
DJ Marky
Marco Antonio Silva a.k.a. DJ Marky is a Brazilian drum and bass DJ. Together with DJ Patife, XRS Land and Drumagick Brazilians are forging a new sound in drum and bass that has become pop...
Marco Antonio Silva a.k.a. DJ Marky is a Brazilian drum and bass DJ. Together with DJ Patife, XRS Land and Drumagick Brazilians are forging a new sound in drum and bass that has become pop...
Djalma Santos
Djalma Pereira Dias dos Santos known simply as Djalma Santos is a former Brazilian footballer who started for the Brazil national team in four World Cups, winning two, in 1958 and 1962.
Djalma Pereira Dias dos Santos known simply as Djalma Santos is a former Brazilian footballer who started for the Brazil national team in four World Cups, winning two, in 1958 and 1962.
Djalminha
Djalma Feitosa Dias, known as Djalminha, is a retired Brazilian footballer, who played as an attacking midfielder.
Djalma Feitosa Dias, known as Djalminha, is a retired Brazilian footballer, who played as an attacking midfielder.
Djavan
Djavan (full name Djavan Caetano Viana) is a Brazilian singer/songwriter, (born 27 January 1949, in Alagoas, Brazil) Djavan combines traditional Brazilian rhythms with popular music drawn ...
Djavan (full name Djavan Caetano Viana) is a Brazilian singer/songwriter, (born 27 January 1949, in Alagoas, Brazil) Djavan combines traditional Brazilian rhythms with popular music drawn ...
Domingos Caldas Barbosa
Domingos Caldas Barbosa (1739? — November 9, 1800) was a Brazilian Neoclassic poet and musician, famous for creating the modinha.
Domingos Caldas Barbosa (1739? — November 9, 1800) was a Brazilian Neoclassic poet and musician, famous for creating the modinha.
Domingos da Guia
Domingos Antônio da Guia (born in Rio de Janeiro, November 19, 1912 – dead in Rio, May 18, 2000), nicknamed "the Divine Master" was a Brazilian footballer.
Domingos Antônio da Guia (born in Rio de Janeiro, November 19, 1912 – dead in Rio, May 18, 2000), nicknamed "the Divine Master" was a Brazilian footballer.
Dona Ivone Lara
Yvonne Lara da Costa, better known as Dona Ivone Lara, (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, April 13, 1922) is a Brazilian singer and composer.
Yvonne Lara da Costa, better known as Dona Ivone Lara, (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, April 13, 1922) is a Brazilian singer and composer.
Dorival Caymmi
Dorival Caymmi (April 30, 1914 – August 16, 2008) was a Brazilian singer, songwriter, actor, and painter active for more than 70 years beginning in 1933.
Dorival Caymmi (April 30, 1914 – August 16, 2008) was a Brazilian singer, songwriter, actor, and painter active for more than 70 years beginning in 1933.
Douglas Costa
Douglas Costa de Souza, commonly known as Douglas Costa or simply Douglas, is a Brazilian footballer who plays for FC Shakhtar Donetsk.
Douglas Costa de Souza, commonly known as Douglas Costa or simply Douglas, is a Brazilian footballer who plays for FC Shakhtar Donetsk.
Douglas Silva
Douglas Silva (born 1988) is a Brazilian Emmy-nominated actor whose most famous role is that of Dadinho (Li'l Dice) in the 2002 Brazilian film, City of God.
Douglas Silva (born 1988) is a Brazilian Emmy-nominated actor whose most famous role is that of Dadinho (Li'l Dice) in the 2002 Brazilian film, City of God.
Edson Cardoso
Edson Gomes Cardoso Santos, nicknamed Jacaré, is a Brazilian dancer.
Edson Gomes Cardoso Santos, nicknamed Jacaré, is a Brazilian dancer.
Edson Cholbi Nascimento
Edson Cholbi Nascimento, usually known simply as Edinho, is a former Brazilian football goalkeeper.
Edson Cholbi Nascimento, usually known simply as Edinho, is a former Brazilian football goalkeeper.
Eduardo da Conceição Maciel
Eduardo da Conceição Maciel or simply Eduardo (born November 12, 1986 in Nova Iguaçu), is a Brazilian striker.
Eduardo da Conceição Maciel or simply Eduardo (born November 12, 1986 in Nova Iguaçu), is a Brazilian striker.
Elaine Estrela Moura
Elaine Estrela Moura (November 1, 1982, Salvador) is a Brazilian footballer playing in Saint Louis Athletica and the Brazilian national team.
Elaine Estrela Moura (November 1, 1982, Salvador) is a Brazilian footballer playing in Saint Louis Athletica and the Brazilian national team.
Elidiano Marques Lima
Elidiano Marques Lima (born 14 March 1982 in Ibirité) is a Brazilian football player, who currently plays as a right wingback for Slavia Sofia.
Elidiano Marques Lima (born 14 March 1982 in Ibirité) is a Brazilian football player, who currently plays as a right wingback for Slavia Sofia.
Ester Aparecida dos Santos
Ester Aparecida dos Santos, or simply Ester (born on September 12, 1982 in Guarulhos, São Paulo) is a Brazilian women's soccer player, who plays for Sky Blue FC.
Ester Aparecida dos Santos, or simply Ester (born on September 12, 1982 in Guarulhos, São Paulo) is a Brazilian women's soccer player, who plays for Sky Blue FC.
Ewerton Teixeira
Ewerton Teixeira is a Brazilian Super Heavyweight kyokushin karateka and kickboxer, currently competing in K-1.
Ewerton Teixeira is a Brazilian Super Heavyweight kyokushin karateka and kickboxer, currently competing in K-1.
Fabiano de Lima Campos Maria
Fabiano de Lima Campos Maria (born 24 November 1985), simply known as Fabiano, is a Brazilian football player.
Fabiano de Lima Campos Maria (born 24 November 1985), simply known as Fabiano, is a Brazilian football player.
Fernandinho
Fernando Luiz Rosa or simply Fernandinho was born May 4, 1985 in Londrina, Brazil and is a footballer who currently plays for West Bromwich Albion.
Fernando Luiz Rosa or simply Fernandinho was born May 4, 1985 in Londrina, Brazil and is a footballer who currently plays for West Bromwich Albion.
Fernando Henrique Cardoso
Fernando Henrique Cardoso (; born June 18, 1931) – also known by his initials FHC – was the 34th President of the Federative Republic of Brazil for two terms from January 1, 1995 to Decemb...
Fernando Henrique Cardoso (; born June 18, 1931) – also known by his initials FHC – was the 34th President of the Federative Republic of Brazil for two terms from January 1, 1995 to Decemb...
Francisco de Sales Torres Homem, Viscount of Inhomirim
Francisco de Sales Torres Homem, Viscount of Inhomirim, was a physician, lawyer, journalist, romantic writer, deputy, senator, top officer of the National Treasury, president of the Bank of Braz...
Francisco de Sales Torres Homem, Viscount of Inhomirim, was a physician, lawyer, journalist, romantic writer, deputy, senator, top officer of the National Treasury, president of the Bank of Braz...
Francisco Filho (martial artist)
Francisco "Chiquinho" Filho (born January 10, 1971) is a Brazilian former Kyokushin Karateka and kickboxer.
Francisco "Chiquinho" Filho (born January 10, 1971) is a Brazilian former Kyokushin Karateka and kickboxer.
Fredson Câmara Pereira
Fredson Câmara Pereira, simply Fredson (born 22 February 1981 in Monção, Maranhão), is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Cuiabá as a midfielder.
Fredson Câmara Pereira, simply Fredson (born 22 February 1981 in Monção, Maranhão), is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Cuiabá as a midfielder.
Ganga Zumba
Ganga Zumba was the first of the leaders of Quilombo dos Palmares, or Angola Janga, in the present-day state of Alagoas, Brazil.
Ganga Zumba was the first of the leaders of Quilombo dos Palmares, or Angola Janga, in the present-day state of Alagoas, Brazil.
Garrincha
Manuel Francisco dos Santos (October 28, 1933 – January 20, 1983), known by the nickname "Garrincha" (, "little bird"), was an association football right winger and forward who helped the ...
Manuel Francisco dos Santos (October 28, 1933 – January 20, 1983), known by the nickname "Garrincha" (, "little bird"), was an association football right winger and forward who helped the ...
Geovanni Deiberson Maurício
Geovanni Deiberson Maurício Gómez (born 11 January 1980 in Acaiaca), known simply as Geovanni, is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays for Vitória.
Geovanni Deiberson Maurício Gómez (born 11 January 1980 in Acaiaca), known simply as Geovanni, is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays for Vitória.
Geronimo dos Santos
Geronimo "Mondragon" dos Santos is a Brazilian mixed martial artist who fights in the heavyweight division.
Geronimo "Mondragon" dos Santos is a Brazilian mixed martial artist who fights in the heavyweight division.
Gilberto da Silva Melo
Gilberto da Silva Melo, (born 25 April 1976 in Rio de Janeiro), more commonly known as Gilberto, is a Brazilian professional footballer who currently plays for Comercial de Ribeirão Preto.
Gilberto da Silva Melo, (born 25 April 1976 in Rio de Janeiro), more commonly known as Gilberto, is a Brazilian professional footballer who currently plays for Comercial de Ribeirão Preto.
Gilberto Gil
Gilberto Passos Gil Moreira (born June 26, 1942), better known as Gilberto Gil or, is a Brazilian singer, guitarist, and songwriter, known for both his musical innovation and political com...
Gilberto Passos Gil Moreira (born June 26, 1942), better known as Gilberto Gil or, is a Brazilian singer, guitarist, and songwriter, known for both his musical innovation and political com...
Gilberto Silva
Gilberto Aparecido da Silva, (; born 7 October 1976) commonly known as Gilberto Silva, is a Brazilian footballer.
Gilberto Aparecido da Silva, (; born 7 October 1976) commonly known as Gilberto Silva, is a Brazilian footballer.
Grafite
Edinaldo Batista Libânio (born 2 April 1979 in Campo Limpo Paulista, São Paulo), commonly known as Grafite (pronounced ) is a Brazilian footballer who plays for UAE Football League club Al...
Edinaldo Batista Libânio (born 2 April 1979 in Campo Limpo Paulista, São Paulo), commonly known as Grafite (pronounced ) is a Brazilian footballer who plays for UAE Football League club Al...
Grande Otelo
Grande Otelo (October 18, 1915 in Uberlândia, Brazil – November 26, 1993 in Paris, France) is the stage name of Brazilian actor, comedian, singer, and composer Sebastião Bernardes de Souza Pr...
Grande Otelo (October 18, 1915 in Uberlândia, Brazil – November 26, 1993 in Paris, France) is the stage name of Brazilian actor, comedian, singer, and composer Sebastião Bernardes de Souza Pr...
Guilherme Oliveira Santos
Guilherme Oliveira Santos, commonly known as Guilherme is a Brazilian footballer, who plays for Figueirense as a left back.
Guilherme Oliveira Santos, commonly known as Guilherme is a Brazilian footballer, who plays for Figueirense as a left back.
Gérson Caçapa
Gérson Caçapa (full name Gérson Cândido de Paula) (born 1 June 1967 in São Paulo, Brazil) is a former football midfielder.
Gérson Caçapa (full name Gérson Cândido de Paula) (born 1 June 1967 in São Paulo, Brazil) is a former football midfielder.
Gökçek Vederson
Gökçek Vederson (born Wederson Luiz da Silva Medeiros on 22 July 1981), is a Brazilian-Turkish footballer who currently playing for Bursaspor.
Gökçek Vederson (born Wederson Luiz da Silva Medeiros on 22 July 1981), is a Brazilian-Turkish footballer who currently playing for Bursaspor.
Helton Arruda
Helton da Silva Arruda, simply Helton, is a Brazilian footballer who plays for FC Porto in the Portuguese first division, as a goalkeeper.
Helton da Silva Arruda, simply Helton, is a Brazilian footballer who plays for FC Porto in the Portuguese first division, as a goalkeeper.
Helvécio Martins
Helvécio Martins (27 July 1930 – 14 May 2005) was the first person of Black African descent to be called as a general authority of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church).
Helvécio Martins (27 July 1930 – 14 May 2005) was the first person of Black African descent to be called as a general authority of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church).
Henrique Andrade Silva
Henrique De Andrade Silva is a Brazilian footballer currently playing for Hyundai A-League club Brisbane Roar.
Henrique De Andrade Silva is a Brazilian footballer currently playing for Hyundai A-League club Brisbane Roar.
Henrique Dias
Henrique Dias (died 1662) was a soldier and militia leader born in the Portuguese colony of Brazil.
Henrique Dias (died 1662) was a soldier and militia leader born in the Portuguese colony of Brazil.
Hugo Alves Velame
Hugo Alves Velame is a retired Brazilian footballer.
Hugo Alves Velame is a retired Brazilian footballer.
Humberlito Borges Teixeira
Humberlito Borges Teixeira or simply Borges (born October 5, 1980 in Salvador), is a Brazilian striker.
Humberlito Borges Teixeira or simply Borges (born October 5, 1980 in Salvador), is a Brazilian striker.
Itamar Assumpção
Itamar Assumpção (September 13, 1949 – São Paulo, June 12, 2003), born in Tietê, SP, Brazil.
Itamar Assumpção (September 13, 1949 – São Paulo, June 12, 2003), born in Tietê, SP, Brazil.
Izi Castro Marques
Iziane "Izi" Castro Marques (born March 13, 1982 in São Luís, Maranhão) is a Brazilian professional basketball player.
Iziane "Izi" Castro Marques (born March 13, 1982 in São Luís, Maranhão) is a Brazilian professional basketball player.
Iziane Castro Marques
Iziane "Izi" Castro Marques (born March 13, 1982 in São Luís, Maranhão) is a Brazilian professional basketball player.
Iziane "Izi" Castro Marques (born March 13, 1982 in São Luís, Maranhão) is a Brazilian professional basketball player.
Jadel Gregório
Jadel Abdul Ghani Gregório (born September 16, 1980 in Jandaia do Sul, Paraná) is a Brazilian athlete competing in long jump and triple jump.
Jadel Abdul Ghani Gregório (born September 16, 1980 in Jandaia do Sul, Paraná) is a Brazilian athlete competing in long jump and triple jump.
Jair Goncalves
Jair Goncalves is a Brazilian professional mixed martial arts fighter.
Jair Goncalves is a Brazilian professional mixed martial arts fighter.
Jair Oliveira
Jair Rodrigues M. Oliveira (Jairzinho Oliveira, born March 17, 1975 in São Paulo, São Paulo) is a Brazilian composer, singer and producer.
Jair Rodrigues M. Oliveira (Jairzinho Oliveira, born March 17, 1975 in São Paulo, São Paulo) is a Brazilian composer, singer and producer.
Jair Rodrigues
Jair Rodrigues de Oliveira (Igarapava, February 6, 1939) is a Brazilian musician and singer, a pioneer of the funk in the country.
Jair Rodrigues de Oliveira (Igarapava, February 6, 1939) is a Brazilian musician and singer, a pioneer of the funk in the country.
Jairzinho
Jair Ventura Filho, better known as Jairzinho (; born December 25, 1944), is a former Brazilian footballer.
Jair Ventura Filho, better known as Jairzinho (; born December 25, 1944), is a former Brazilian footballer.
Jared Gomes
Jahred Gomes, also known as M.C.U.D. is an American rapper, Juggalo and singer best known as the lead vocalist of Hed PE.
Jahred Gomes, also known as M.C.U.D. is an American rapper, Juggalo and singer best known as the lead vocalist of Hed PE.
Joaquim Barbosa
Joaquim Benedito Barbosa Gomes (Paracatu, Minas Gerais, Brazil) is the only black Supreme Federal Tribunal justice minister in Brazil.
Joaquim Benedito Barbosa Gomes (Paracatu, Minas Gerais, Brazil) is the only black Supreme Federal Tribunal justice minister in Brazil.
Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis
Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis, often known as Machado de Assis, Machado, or Bruxo do Cosme Velho (June 21, 1839—September 29, 1908), was a Brazilian novelist, poet, playwright and...
Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis, often known as Machado de Assis, Machado, or Bruxo do Cosme Velho (June 21, 1839—September 29, 1908), was a Brazilian novelist, poet, playwright and...
Jonathan Haagensen
Jonathan Haagensen (born February 23, 1983), is a Brazilian actor and model.
Jonathan Haagensen (born February 23, 1983), is a Brazilian actor and model.
Jorge Aragão
Jorge Aragão (, b. March 1, 1949, birth name Jorge Aragão da Cruz) is a Brazilian musician, singer/songwriter, working in the genres of samba and pagode.
Jorge Aragão (, b. March 1, 1949, birth name Jorge Aragão da Cruz) is a Brazilian musician, singer/songwriter, working in the genres of samba and pagode.
Josimar
Josimar Higino Pereira (born 19 September 1961 in Rio de Janeiro) more commonly known as Josimar, was a Brazilian footballer.
Josimar Higino Pereira (born 19 September 1961 in Rio de Janeiro) more commonly known as Josimar, was a Brazilian footballer.
José do Patrocínio
José Carlos do Patrocínio (October 9, 1854 — January 29, 1905) was a Brazilian writer, journalist, activist, orator and pharmacist.
José Carlos do Patrocínio (October 9, 1854 — January 29, 1905) was a Brazilian writer, journalist, activist, orator and pharmacist.
José Kléberson
José Kléberson Pereira, commonly known as José Kléberson or simply Kléberson, is a Brazilian football centre midfielder who plays for Brazilian club Flamengo.
José Kléberson Pereira, commonly known as José Kléberson or simply Kléberson, is a Brazilian football centre midfielder who plays for Brazilian club Flamengo.
José Maurício Nunes Garcia
José Maurício Nunes Garcia (September 20, 1767 – April 18, 1830) was a Brazilian classical composer, one of the greatest exponents of Classicism in the Americas.
José Maurício Nunes Garcia (September 20, 1767 – April 18, 1830) was a Brazilian classical composer, one of the greatest exponents of Classicism in the Americas.
João Carlos de Oliveira
João Carlos de Oliveira, also known as "João do Pulo" was a Brazilian athlete who competed in the triple jump and the long jump.
João Carlos de Oliveira, also known as "João do Pulo" was a Brazilian athlete who competed in the triple jump and the long jump.
João Cândido Felisberto
João Cândido Felisberto (born in 1880 in Encruzilhada do Sul, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, died 1969) was a Brazilian sailor, best known as the leader of the "Revolt of the Whip."
João Cândido Felisberto (born in 1880 in Encruzilhada do Sul, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, died 1969) was a Brazilian sailor, best known as the leader of the "Revolt of the Whip."
João da Cruz e Sousa
João da Cruz e Sousa (Nossa Senhora do Desterro November 24, 1861 – Estação do Sítio March 19, 1898) was a symbolist poet from Santa Catarina, Brazil.
João da Cruz e Sousa (Nossa Senhora do Desterro November 24, 1861 – Estação do Sítio March 19, 1898) was a symbolist poet from Santa Catarina, Brazil.
João Miranda de Souza Filho
João Miranda de Souza Filho, or simply Miranda (born 7 September 1984 in Paranavaí), is a Brazilian central defender who plays for Atlético Madrid.
João Miranda de Souza Filho, or simply Miranda (born 7 September 1984 in Paranavaí), is a Brazilian central defender who plays for Atlético Madrid.
João Pereira dos Santos
João Pereira dos Santos or Mestre João Pequeno de Pastinha (December 27, 1917 – December 9, 2011) as he was known within capoeira circles.
João Pereira dos Santos or Mestre João Pequeno de Pastinha (December 27, 1917 – December 9, 2011) as he was known within capoeira circles.
Juan Silveira dos Santos
Juan Silveira dos Santos (; born 1 February 1979 in Rio de Janeiro), commonly known as Juan or Juan The Beast is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays as a central defender for ...
Juan Silveira dos Santos (; born 1 February 1979 in Rio de Janeiro), commonly known as Juan or Juan The Beast is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays as a central defender for ...
Jô
João Alves de Assis Silva (born 20 March 1987), commonly referred to as Jô, is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Sport Club Internacional and the Brazil national team as a striker.
João Alves de Assis Silva (born 20 March 1987), commonly referred to as Jô, is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Sport Club Internacional and the Brazil national team as a striker.
Júlio Baptista
Júlio César Baptista is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays as an forward or attacking midfielder for Málaga CF of the Spanish La Liga.
Júlio César Baptista is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays as an forward or attacking midfielder for Málaga CF of the Spanish La Liga.
Júlio César Santos Correa
Júlio César Santos Correa (born 18 November 1978 in São Luís, Maranhão), known as Júlio César, is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Sporting Kansas City in Major League Soccer, as a cen...
Júlio César Santos Correa (born 18 November 1978 in São Luís, Maranhão), known as Júlio César, is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Sporting Kansas City in Major League Soccer, as a cen...
Júlio Silva
Júlio Silva (born on July 1, 1979 in Jundiaí, São Paulo) is a professional tennis player from Brazil who turned professional in 1999.
Júlio Silva (born on July 1, 1979 in Jundiaí, São Paulo) is a professional tennis player from Brazil who turned professional in 1999.
Kléber de Carvalho Corrêa
Kléber de Carvalho Corrêa (born 1 April 1980 in São Paulo), commonly known as Kléber, is a Brazilian footballer, currently playing as a left wingback for Sport Club Internacional.
Kléber de Carvalho Corrêa (born 1 April 1980 in São Paulo), commonly known as Kléber, is a Brazilian footballer, currently playing as a left wingback for Sport Club Internacional.
Kléber Pereira
Kléber João Boas Pereira is a Brazilian football player.
Kléber João Boas Pereira is a Brazilian football player.
Kátia
Kátia Cilene Teixeira da Silva (born February 18, 1977 in Rio de Janeiro), known simply as Kátia is a female Brazilian footballer.
Kátia Cilene Teixeira da Silva (born February 18, 1977 in Rio de Janeiro), known simply as Kátia is a female Brazilian footballer.
Lateef Crowder Dos Santos
Lateef Crowder Dos Santos (born November 23, 1977) is a Brazilian-born American actor, stunt performer and Capoeira practitioner.
Lateef Crowder Dos Santos (born November 23, 1977) is a Brazilian-born American actor, stunt performer and Capoeira practitioner.
Laurindo Rabelo
Laurindo José da Silva Rabelo (July 8, 1826 — September 28, 1864) was a Brazilian Ultra-Romantic poet, teacher and medician.
Laurindo José da Silva Rabelo (July 8, 1826 — September 28, 1864) was a Brazilian Ultra-Romantic poet, teacher and medician.
Leandro Barbosa
Leandro Mateus Barbosa is a Brazilian professional basketball player, who plays at the guard position with Flamengo Basketball in Brazil.
Leandro Mateus Barbosa is a Brazilian professional basketball player, who plays at the guard position with Flamengo Basketball in Brazil.
Leci Brandão
Leci Brandão da Silva (, Rio de Janeiro, September 12, 1944) is a Brazilian singer and composer of Brazilian Popular Music (Música Popular Brasileira or MPB).
Leci Brandão da Silva (, Rio de Janeiro, September 12, 1944) is a Brazilian singer and composer of Brazilian Popular Music (Música Popular Brasileira or MPB).
Leonardo Ferreira da Silva
Leonardo Ferreira da Silva is a Brazilian football striker who previously played for HamKam in Norway, and was released by South China in May 2010.
Leonardo Ferreira da Silva is a Brazilian football striker who previously played for HamKam in Norway, and was released by South China in May 2010.
Leonardo Santiago
Leonardo Vitor Santiago (born 9 March 1983), commonly known as Leonardo, is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a winger for Austrian side FC Red Bull Salzburg on loan from NAC Breda.
Leonardo Vitor Santiago (born 9 March 1983), commonly known as Leonardo, is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a winger for Austrian side FC Red Bull Salzburg on loan from NAC Breda.
Lima Barreto
Afonso Henriques de Lima Barreto (May 13, 1881 — November 1, 1922) was a Brazilian novelist and journalist.
Afonso Henriques de Lima Barreto (May 13, 1881 — November 1, 1922) was a Brazilian novelist and journalist.
Lisalla Montenegro
Lisalla Montenegro (born 1988) is a Brazilian model that was born and raised in Goiás, Brazil.
Lisalla Montenegro (born 1988) is a Brazilian model that was born and raised in Goiás, Brazil.
Lucas Rodrigues Moura da Silva
Lucas Rodrigues Moura da Silva known as Lucas (born August 13, 1992 in São Paulo), is a Brazilian football attacking midfielder.
Lucas Rodrigues Moura da Silva known as Lucas (born August 13, 1992 in São Paulo), is a Brazilian football attacking midfielder.
Lucas Severino
Lucas Severino (born 3 January 1979 in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil) is a former Brazilian U-23 international football striker.
Lucas Severino (born 3 January 1979 in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil) is a former Brazilian U-23 international football striker.
Luis Oliveira
Luis Airton Barroso Oliveira (born 24 March 1969 in São Luis, Maranhão, Brazil) is a Brazilian-Belgian football player who spent most of his playing career in Italy.
Luis Airton Barroso Oliveira (born 24 March 1969 in São Luis, Maranhão, Brazil) is a Brazilian-Belgian football player who spent most of his playing career in Italy.
Luisão
Ânderson Luís da Silva (born 13 February 1981), aka Luisão (literally "Big Luís"), is a Brazilian footballer who plays for S.L. Benfica in Portugal, as a central defender.
Ânderson Luís da Silva (born 13 February 1981), aka Luisão (literally "Big Luís"), is a Brazilian footballer who plays for S.L. Benfica in Portugal, as a central defender.
Luiz Adriano
Luiz Adriano de Souza da Silva or simply Luiz Adriano (born April 12, 1987 in Porto Alegre), is a Brazilian striker who plays for Shakhtar Donetsk.
Luiz Adriano de Souza da Silva or simply Luiz Adriano (born April 12, 1987 in Porto Alegre), is a Brazilian striker who plays for Shakhtar Donetsk.
Luiz Paulo Hilario
Luiz Paulo Hilario, most commonly known as Dodô (born 16 October 1987 in Rio de Janeiro) is a Brazilian footballer currently playing for the Azeri side Gabala FC.
Luiz Paulo Hilario, most commonly known as Dodô (born 16 October 1987 in Rio de Janeiro) is a Brazilian footballer currently playing for the Azeri side Gabala FC.
Luís Fabiano
Luís Fabiano Clemente, commonly known as Luís Fabiano, is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays for São Paulo and the Brazilian national football team as a striker.
Luís Fabiano Clemente, commonly known as Luís Fabiano, is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays for São Paulo and the Brazilian national football team as a striker.
Luís Gama
Luís Gonzaga Pinto da Gama (June 21, 1830 — August 24, 1882) was a Brazilian Romantic poet, journalist, lawyer and a proeminent abolitionist.
Luís Gonzaga Pinto da Gama (June 21, 1830 — August 24, 1882) was a Brazilian Romantic poet, journalist, lawyer and a proeminent abolitionist.
Luís Oliveira
Luis Airton Barroso Oliveira (born 24 March 1969 in São Luis, Maranhão, Brazil) is a Brazilian-Belgian football player who spent most of his playing career in Italy.
Luis Airton Barroso Oliveira (born 24 March 1969 in São Luis, Maranhão, Brazil) is a Brazilian-Belgian football player who spent most of his playing career in Italy.
Madame Satã
João Francisco dos Santos (1900–1976), also known as the infamous drag performer and capoeirista Madame Satã (Madam Satan), was born into a family of ex-slaves in the state of Pernambu...
João Francisco dos Santos (1900–1976), also known as the infamous drag performer and capoeirista Madame Satã (Madam Satan), was born into a family of ex-slaves in the state of Pernambu...
Maicon Douglas Sisenando
Maicon Douglas Sisenando (born 26 July 1981), commonly known as Maicon, is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays as a right wingback for Internazionale and the Brazilian national team.
Maicon Douglas Sisenando (born 26 July 1981), commonly known as Maicon, is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays as a right wingback for Internazionale and the Brazilian national team.
Maicon Marques
Maicon Marques Bitencourt (born 18 February 1990 in Duque de Caxias), commonly known simply as Maicon, is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays for Lokomotiv Moscow.
Maicon Marques Bitencourt (born 18 February 1990 in Duque de Caxias), commonly known simply as Maicon, is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays for Lokomotiv Moscow.
Manuel dos Reis Machado
Manuel dos Reis Machado, commonly called Mestre Bimba (born November 23, 1899, Salvador, Brazil - February 5, 1974) was a mestre (a master practitioner) of the Afro-Brazilian martial a...
Manuel dos Reis Machado, commonly called Mestre Bimba (born November 23, 1899, Salvador, Brazil - February 5, 1974) was a mestre (a master practitioner) of the Afro-Brazilian martial a...
Marcelo Cerqueira
Marcelo Cerqueira was born in the state of Bahia, Brazil.
Marcelo Cerqueira was born in the state of Bahia, Brazil.
Marcelo Vieira
Marcelo Vieira da Silva Júnior (born 12 May 1988) is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Real Madrid and the Brazil national football team.
Marcelo Vieira da Silva Júnior (born 12 May 1988) is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Real Madrid and the Brazil national football team.
Marcos Assunção
Marcos dos Santos Assunção (born 25 July 1976 in Caieiras, São Paulo) is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Palmeiras.
Marcos dos Santos Assunção (born 25 July 1976 in Caieiras, São Paulo) is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Palmeiras.
Marcus Vinicius Urban Toledo dos Reis
Marcus Vinicius Urban Toledo dos Reis (born July 10, 1986 in Araraquara) is a Brazilian basketball player with Ford Burgos of the Spanish Liga LEB.
Marcus Vinicius Urban Toledo dos Reis (born July 10, 1986 in Araraquara) is a Brazilian basketball player with Ford Burgos of the Spanish Liga LEB.
Marina Silva
Maria Osmarina Marina Silva Vaz de Lima (born near Rio Branco, in Acre on February 8, 1958) is a Brazilian environmentalist and politician.
Maria Osmarina Marina Silva Vaz de Lima (born near Rio Branco, in Acre on February 8, 1958) is a Brazilian environmentalist and politician.
Mauro Diniz
Mauro Diniz is a Brazilian professional cavaquinist.
Mauro Diniz is a Brazilian professional cavaquinist.
Mauro Silva
Mauro da Silva Gomes (born January 12, 1968 in São Bernardo do Campo, São Paulo), simply Silva, is a retired Brazilian footballer, who played as a defensive midfielder.
Mauro da Silva Gomes (born January 12, 1968 in São Bernardo do Campo, São Paulo), simply Silva, is a retired Brazilian footballer, who played as a defensive midfielder.
Mazinho
Mazinho, real name Iomar do Nascimento, (born April 8, 1966), is a Brazilian football manager and former player, and the former head coach of Greek club Aris Thessaloniki.
Mazinho, real name Iomar do Nascimento, (born April 8, 1966), is a Brazilian football manager and former player, and the former head coach of Greek club Aris Thessaloniki.
Mehmet Aurélio
Marco Aurélio Brito dos Prazeres, or simply Mehmet Aurélio, is a naturalised Turkish footballer who plays as a midfielder for Beşiktaş J.K. in the Süper Lig.
Marco Aurélio Brito dos Prazeres, or simply Mehmet Aurélio, is a naturalised Turkish footballer who plays as a midfielder for Beşiktaş J.K. in the Süper Lig.
Milton Nascimento
Milton Nascimento (; born October 26, 1942, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) is a prominent Brazilian singer-songwriter and guitarist.
Milton Nascimento (; born October 26, 1942, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) is a prominent Brazilian singer-songwriter and guitarist.
Milton Santos
Milton Almeida dos Santos (born May 3, 1926 – June 24, 2001) was a Brazilian geographer who had a degree in law.
Milton Almeida dos Santos (born May 3, 1926 – June 24, 2001) was a Brazilian geographer who had a degree in law.
Mineiro (footballer)
Carlos Luciano da Silva, nicknamed Mineiro is Brazilian footballer playing for German fourth division side TuS Koblenz.
Carlos Luciano da Silva, nicknamed Mineiro is Brazilian footballer playing for German fourth division side TuS Koblenz.
Miranda (footballer)
João Miranda de Souza Filho, or simply Miranda (born September 7, 1984 in Paranavaí), is a Brazilian central defender.
João Miranda de Souza Filho, or simply Miranda (born September 7, 1984 in Paranavaí), is a Brazilian central defender.
Mário de Andrade
Mário Raul de Morais Andrade (October 9, 1893 – February 25, 1945) was a Brazilian poet, novelist, musicologist, art historian and critic, and photographer.
Mário Raul de Morais Andrade (October 9, 1893 – February 25, 1945) was a Brazilian poet, novelist, musicologist, art historian and critic, and photographer.
Müller (footballer)
Luís Antônio Corréa da Costa, nicknamed Müller, is a former association footballer.
Luís Antônio Corréa da Costa, nicknamed Müller, is a former association footballer.
Naldo (footballer born 1982)
Ronaldo Aparecido Rodrigues (born 10 September 1982), commonly known as Naldo, is a Brazilian footballer currently playing for German Bundesliga club Werder Bremen and the Brazilian nation...
Ronaldo Aparecido Rodrigues (born 10 September 1982), commonly known as Naldo, is a Brazilian footballer currently playing for German Bundesliga club Werder Bremen and the Brazilian nation...
Neguinho da Beija-Flor
Neguinho da Beija-Flor, stage name of Louis Feliciano Antonio Marcondes, (Nova Iguaçu, June 29, 1949) is a samba dancer, singer and composer.
Neguinho da Beija-Flor, stage name of Louis Feliciano Antonio Marcondes, (Nova Iguaçu, June 29, 1949) is a samba dancer, singer and composer.
Nei Lopes
Nei Braz Lopes (born May 9, 1942, Irajá, Rio de Janeiro) is a singer, composer, lawyer, writer and historian, working primarily with the Brazilian genre of samba and African-Brazilian studies.
Nei Braz Lopes (born May 9, 1942, Irajá, Rio de Janeiro) is a singer, composer, lawyer, writer and historian, working primarily with the Brazilian genre of samba and African-Brazilian studies.
Nelson Prudêncio
Nelson Prudêncio (born April 4, 1944 in Lins, São Paulo) is a retired Brazilian athlete who competed in the triple jump.
Nelson Prudêncio (born April 4, 1944 in Lins, São Paulo) is a retired Brazilian athlete who competed in the triple jump.
Nenê
Nenê is a Brazilian professional basketball player who last played for the NBA's Denver Nuggets.
Nenê is a Brazilian professional basketball player who last played for the NBA's Denver Nuggets.
Neymar
Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior (born 5 February 1992), commonly known simply as Neymar or Neymar Jr., is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a forward for Santos and the Brazilian nat...
Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior (born 5 February 1992), commonly known simply as Neymar or Neymar Jr., is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a forward for Santos and the Brazilian nat...
Obina
Manoel de Brito Filho, better known as Obina (born January 31, 1983), is a Brazilian football striker currently playing for Chinese club Shandong Luneng.
Manoel de Brito Filho, better known as Obina (born January 31, 1983), is a Brazilian football striker currently playing for Chinese club Shandong Luneng.
Olga de Alaketu
Olga de Alaketu or Mother Olga- (c.1925—September 29, 2005) was a prominent Candomblé high priestess, who was influential in promoting Candomblé and distancing it from Catholicism.
Olga de Alaketu or Mother Olga- (c.1925—September 29, 2005) was a prominent Candomblé high priestess, who was influential in promoting Candomblé and distancing it from Catholicism.
Olga Souza
Olga Souza is a Brazilian singer, and dancer who was the lipsyncher and later singer in the musical project, Corona.
Olga Souza is a Brazilian singer, and dancer who was the lipsyncher and later singer in the musical project, Corona.
Paulinho da Costa
Paulinho da Costa (, born Paulo Roberto da Costa on May 31, 1948) is a Brazilian percussionist born in Rio de Janeiro, considered one of the most recorded musicians of modern times.
Paulinho da Costa (, born Paulo Roberto da Costa on May 31, 1948) is a Brazilian percussionist born in Rio de Janeiro, considered one of the most recorded musicians of modern times.
Paulo César Arruda Parente
Paulo César Arruda Parente, known as Paulo César, is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays for Vila Nova Futebol Clube.
Paulo César Arruda Parente, known as Paulo César, is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays for Vila Nova Futebol Clube.
Paulo César Fonseca do Nascimento
Paulo César Fonseca do Nascimento (born 13 January 1978), aka Tinga, is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Sport Club Internacional as a central midfielder.
Paulo César Fonseca do Nascimento (born 13 January 1978), aka Tinga, is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Sport Club Internacional as a central midfielder.
Paulo Moura
Paulo Moura (15 July 1932 in São José do Rio Preto, Brazil–12 July 2010 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) was a Brazilian clarinetist and saxophonist.
Paulo Moura (15 July 1932 in São José do Rio Preto, Brazil–12 July 2010 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) was a Brazilian clarinetist and saxophonist.
Pedro Kilkerry
Pedro Kilkerry (1885-1917) was a Brazilian Symbolist poet.
Pedro Kilkerry (1885-1917) was a Brazilian Symbolist poet.
Phellipe Haagensen
Phellipe Haagensen (born 1984 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) is a Brazilian actor best known for his role of Benny in the 2002 film, City of God (Cidade de Deus).
Phellipe Haagensen (born 1984 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) is a Brazilian actor best known for his role of Benny in the 2002 film, City of God (Cidade de Deus).
Pixinguinha
Alfredo da Rocha Viana, Jr., better known as Pixinguinha (; April 23, 1897 - February 7, 1973) was a composer, arranger, flautist and saxophonist born in Rio de Janeiro.
Alfredo da Rocha Viana, Jr., better known as Pixinguinha (; April 23, 1897 - February 7, 1973) was a composer, arranger, flautist and saxophonist born in Rio de Janeiro.
Pretinha
Delma Gonçalves known as Pretinha (in Brazil, a friendly - in some cases - nickname that means "little black woman") (born May 19, 1975 in Rio de Janeiro) is a Brazilian women's soccer...
Delma Gonçalves known as Pretinha (in Brazil, a friendly - in some cases - nickname that means "little black woman") (born May 19, 1975 in Rio de Janeiro) is a Brazilian women's soccer...
Pé de Chumbo
Pé de Chumbo is a master of Capoeira Angola, an Afro-Brazilian martial art, and a student of João Pequeno's.
Pé de Chumbo is a master of Capoeira Angola, an Afro-Brazilian martial art, and a student of João Pequeno's.
Rafa Alcântara
Rafael Alcântara do Nascimento (born 12 February 1993), aka Rafinha, is a Brazilian-Spanish footballer who plays for FC Barcelona B as an attacking midfielder.
Rafael Alcântara do Nascimento (born 12 February 1993), aka Rafinha, is a Brazilian-Spanish footballer who plays for FC Barcelona B as an attacking midfielder.
Rafael Cordeiro
Rafael Cordeiro is a Brazilian former Muay Thai kickboxer and mixed martial artist, now a trainer at Kings MMA in Huntington Beach, California, United States.
Rafael Cordeiro is a Brazilian former Muay Thai kickboxer and mixed martial artist, now a trainer at Kings MMA in Huntington Beach, California, United States.
Raica Oliveira
Raica Oliveira (born January 22, 1984) is a Brazilian model known for her work with numerous companies, including Dior, Dolce & Gabbana, Yves Saint Laurent, Vogue, Chanel, Lancome, Victoria...
Raica Oliveira (born January 22, 1984) is a Brazilian model known for her work with numerous companies, including Dior, Dolce & Gabbana, Yves Saint Laurent, Vogue, Chanel, Lancome, Victoria...
Ramires
Ramires Santos do Nascimento commonly known as Ramires, is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Chelsea and the Brazilian national team.
Ramires Santos do Nascimento commonly known as Ramires, is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Chelsea and the Brazilian national team.
Rei Zulu
Casemiro "Rei Zulu" Nascimento Martins, born 1945, is a legendary mixed martial arts fighter from Brazil.
Casemiro "Rei Zulu" Nascimento Martins, born 1945, is a legendary mixed martial arts fighter from Brazil.
Reinaldo Vicente Simão
Reinaldo Vicente Simão born on 23 October 1968 in Barretos-Sao Paulo Brazil.
Reinaldo Vicente Simão born on 23 October 1968 in Barretos-Sao Paulo Brazil.
Renê Nazare
Renê Nazare-Azevedo (Age 28) is a Brazilian professional mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter.
Renê Nazare-Azevedo (Age 28) is a Brazilian professional mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter.
Ricardo Oliveira
Ricardo Oliveira (born 6 May 1980) is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Al Jazira Club in the United Arab Emirates, as a striker.
Ricardo Oliveira (born 6 May 1980) is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Al Jazira Club in the United Arab Emirates, as a striker.
Richarlyson
Richarlyson Barbosa Felisbino, simply Richarlyson, is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays for Clube Atlético Mineiro.
Richarlyson Barbosa Felisbino, simply Richarlyson, is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays for Clube Atlético Mineiro.
Robert (footballer)
Robert de Pinho de Souza, commonly known as Robert de Pinho or simply Robert, is an association footballer, who currently plays for Monterrey the reserves as a striker.
Robert de Pinho de Souza, commonly known as Robert de Pinho or simply Robert, is an association footballer, who currently plays for Monterrey the reserves as a striker.
Robert de Pinho de Souza
Robert de Pinho de Souza (born February 27, 1981 in Salvador), commonly known as Robert de Pinho or simply Robert, is a Brazilian footballer, who currently plays for Cruzeiro on lo...
Robert de Pinho de Souza (born February 27, 1981 in Salvador), commonly known as Robert de Pinho or simply Robert, is a Brazilian footballer, who currently plays for Cruzeiro on lo...
Roberto Carlos (footballer)
Roberto Carlos da Silva Rocha, more commonly known simply as Roberto Carlos, is a player/manager who currently plays as a defensive midfielder for Russian Premier League club Anzhi Makhach...
Roberto Carlos da Silva Rocha, more commonly known simply as Roberto Carlos, is a player/manager who currently plays as a defensive midfielder for Russian Premier League club Anzhi Makhach...
Robinho
Robson de Souza, more commonly known as Robinho, is a Brazilian professional footballer who currently plays as second striker and winger for Serie A club Milan.
Robson de Souza, more commonly known as Robinho, is a Brazilian professional footballer who currently plays as second striker and winger for Serie A club Milan.
Romário
Romário de Souza Faria, better known simply as Romário, is a former footballer who played striker,manager and current politician where is currently running for a mayor like position in his...
Romário de Souza Faria, better known simply as Romário, is a former footballer who played striker,manager and current politician where is currently running for a mayor like position in his...
Ronaldinho
Ronaldo de Assis Moreira, commonly known as Ronaldinho or Ronaldinho Gaúcho, is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Flamengo and the Brazilian national team as an attacking midfield...
Ronaldo de Assis Moreira, commonly known as Ronaldinho or Ronaldinho Gaúcho, is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Flamengo and the Brazilian national team as an attacking midfield...
Ronaldo
Ronaldo Luís Nazário de Lima (; born 18 September 1976), commonly known as Ronaldo, is a retired Brazilian footballer who last played for Corinthians.
Ronaldo Luís Nazário de Lima (; born 18 September 1976), commonly known as Ronaldo, is a retired Brazilian footballer who last played for Corinthians.
Ronaldo Souza
Ronaldo Souza dos Santos (born December 7, 1979), nicknamed Jacaré, is a Brazilian mixed martial artist, submission grappler and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner.
Ronaldo Souza dos Santos (born December 7, 1979), nicknamed Jacaré, is a Brazilian mixed martial artist, submission grappler and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner.
Roque Júnior
José Vítor Roque Jr. more commonly known as Roque Júnior, is a former association footballer who played defender, who last played for Ituano Futebol Clube.
José Vítor Roque Jr. more commonly known as Roque Júnior, is a former association footballer who played defender, who last played for Ituano Futebol Clube.
Sammir
Jorge Sammir Cruz Campos (born 23 April 1987) commonly known simply as Sammir, is a Brazilian-born Croatian professional footballer who currently plays for Dinamo Zagreb, wearing the numbe...
Jorge Sammir Cruz Campos (born 23 April 1987) commonly known simply as Sammir, is a Brazilian-born Croatian professional footballer who currently plays for Dinamo Zagreb, wearing the numbe...
Santos Gaia
Márcio dos Santos Gaia, commonly known as Santos Gaia, (born 8 September 1978) is a Brazilian footballer from São Mateus who plays for Truro City as a defender.
Márcio dos Santos Gaia, commonly known as Santos Gaia, (born 8 September 1978) is a Brazilian footballer from São Mateus who plays for Truro City as a defender.
Sidnei (footballer born 1989)
Sidnei Rechel da Silva Junior, simply Sidnei, is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Beşiktaş J.K. in Turkey, as a central defender.
Sidnei Rechel da Silva Junior, simply Sidnei, is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Beşiktaş J.K. in Turkey, as a central defender.
Taís Araújo
Taís Bianca Gama de Araújo (born on November 25, 1978 in Rio de Janeiro) is a Brazilian actress.
Taís Bianca Gama de Araújo (born on November 25, 1978 in Rio de Janeiro) is a Brazilian actress.
Thiago Santos (fighter)
Thiago Santos is a Brazilian mixed martial arts fighter.
Thiago Santos is a Brazilian mixed martial arts fighter.
Tim Maia
Tim Maia (; September 28, 1942 – March 15, 1998), born Sebastião Rodrigues Maia in Rio de Janeiro, was a famous Brazilian musician known for his iconoclastic, ironic, outspoken, and ...
Tim Maia (; September 28, 1942 – March 15, 1998), born Sebastião Rodrigues Maia in Rio de Janeiro, was a famous Brazilian musician known for his iconoclastic, ironic, outspoken, and ...
Toninho Cerezo
Toninho Cerezo, real name Antônio Carlos Cerezo, (born 21 April 1955 in Belo Horizonte) is a former football (soccer) player from Brazil.
Toninho Cerezo, real name Antônio Carlos Cerezo, (born 21 April 1955 in Belo Horizonte) is a former football (soccer) player from Brazil.
Ubirajara Fidalgo
Ubirajara Fidalgo da Silva known as Ubirajara Fidalgo (June 22, 1949 – July 3, 1986) was a Brazilian actor, director, theatrical producer, playwright and founder of the black professional ...
Ubirajara Fidalgo da Silva known as Ubirajara Fidalgo (June 22, 1949 – July 3, 1986) was a Brazilian actor, director, theatrical producer, playwright and founder of the black professional ...
Valdemiro Santiago
Valdemiro Santiago (born November 2, 1963 in Palma, Minas Gerais, Brazil) is an Brazilian evangelical pastor and leader of the World Church of the Power of God.
Valdemiro Santiago (born November 2, 1963 in Palma, Minas Gerais, Brazil) is an Brazilian evangelical pastor and leader of the World Church of the Power of God.
Valdo Filho
Valdo Cândido de Oliveira Filho, simply Valdo (born 12 January 1964), is a retired Brazilian footballer who played as a central midfielder.
Valdo Cândido de Oliveira Filho, simply Valdo (born 12 January 1964), is a retired Brazilian footballer who played as a central midfielder.
Vicente Ferreira Pastinha
Vicente Joaquim Ferreira Pastinha was a mestre of the Afro-Brazilian martial art Capoeira.
Vicente Joaquim Ferreira Pastinha was a mestre of the Afro-Brazilian martial art Capoeira.
Vilayna LaSalle
Vilayna Lasalle is a model of mixed ethnicity with African-American, Brazilian and French background.
Vilayna Lasalle is a model of mixed ethnicity with African-American, Brazilian and French background.
Virginia Rodrigues
Virgínia Rodrigues is a Brazilian singer.
Virgínia Rodrigues is a Brazilian singer.
Vágner Love
Vágner Silva de Souza, commonly known as Vágner Love, is a Brazilian football striker who plays for CSKA Moscow Vágner Love started his career with Palmeiras.In the 2003 season he helped t...
Vágner Silva de Souza, commonly known as Vágner Love, is a Brazilian football striker who plays for CSKA Moscow Vágner Love started his career with Palmeiras.In the 2003 season he helped t...
Waldemar de Brito
Waldemar de Brito (May 17, 1913 – February 21, 1979) was a Brazilian footballer, who played for several clubs in Brazil and Argentina, as well as for the Brazil national team.
Waldemar de Brito (May 17, 1913 – February 21, 1979) was a Brazilian footballer, who played for several clubs in Brazil and Argentina, as well as for the Brazil national team.
Wendel Geraldo
Wendel Geraldo Maurício e Silva, commonly known as Wendel, (born 8 April 1982) is a Brazilian left winger or left wingback.
Wendel Geraldo Maurício e Silva, commonly known as Wendel, (born 8 April 1982) is a Brazilian left winger or left wingback.
Willian Borges da Silva
Willian Borges da Silva, (born 9 August 1988 in Ribeirão Pires), commonly known as Willian, is a Brazilian footballer, currently playing as an attacking midfielder or winger for Ukrainian ...
Willian Borges da Silva, (born 9 August 1988 in Ribeirão Pires), commonly known as Willian, is a Brazilian footballer, currently playing as an attacking midfielder or winger for Ukrainian ...
Wilson Moreira
Wilson Moreira (born December 12, 1936) is a Brazilian sambista, singer/songwriter, especially known for his exquisite and intricate melody lines.
Wilson Moreira (born December 12, 1936) is a Brazilian sambista, singer/songwriter, especially known for his exquisite and intricate melody lines.
Zizinho
Thomaz Soares da Silva, also known as Zizinho (; born October 14, 1921 – died February 8, 2002), was a Brazilian football player, who played as an attacking midfielder or winger for ...
Thomaz Soares da Silva, also known as Zizinho (; born October 14, 1921 – died February 8, 2002), was a Brazilian football player, who played as an attacking midfielder or winger for ...
Zuluzinho
Wagner da Conceição Martins, better known as Zuluzinho, is a Brazilian vale tudo fighter and mixed martial artist.
Wagner da Conceição Martins, better known as Zuluzinho, is a Brazilian vale tudo fighter and mixed martial artist.
Zé Roberto
José Roberto da Silva Jr. (born 6 July 1974 in Ipiranga), commonly known as Zé Roberto, is a Brazilian footballer who is currently unattached, after last playing for Al-Gharafa of the Qata...
José Roberto da Silva Jr. (born 6 July 1974 in Ipiranga), commonly known as Zé Roberto, is a Brazilian footballer who is currently unattached, after last playing for Al-Gharafa of the Qata...
Álvaro Luiz Maior de Aquino
Álvaro Luiz Maior de Aquino, simply Álvaro, is a professional Brazilian footballer who plays for Vila Nova Futebol Clube.
Álvaro Luiz Maior de Aquino, simply Álvaro, is a professional Brazilian footballer who plays for Vila Nova Futebol Clube.
Élton Rodrigues Brandão
Élton Rodrigues Brandão or simply Élton (born August 20, 1985 in Iramaia), is a Brazilian professional football player who currently plays for Corinthians.
Élton Rodrigues Brandão or simply Élton (born August 20, 1985 in Iramaia), is a Brazilian professional football player who currently plays for Corinthians.