Mazzaropi

Biography

Amácio Mazzaropi (São Paulo, April 9, 1912 - São Paulo, June 13, 1981[1]) was a Brazilian actor and filmmaker.[2][3] A comic performer from a circus background, he became popular in Brazil with his character Jeca Tatu, a portrayal of the rural caipira.[4] Mazzaropi debuted in cinema in 1951, with Sai da Frente. In 1958 he established his own film studio, PAM Filmes, producing and distributing his own movies. [5]

He died in São Paulo on June 13, 1981, of bone marrow cancer.

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