Chico Anysio Biography: Age, Death, Movies, Awards, Nationality, Ethnicity, Net Worth, Parents, Siblings, Children, Wife

Chico Anysio was a prominent Brazilian actor, comedian, writer, and composer, renowned for his significant impact on Brazilian entertainment.

Born Francisco Anysio de Oliveira Paula Filho on April 12, 1931, in Maranguape, Ceará, he moved to Rio de Janeiro at the age of seven. Anysio became one of Brazil’s most beloved comedians, known for creating over 200 characters throughout his career.

His work on television, particularly with Rede Globo, established him as a household name in Brazil. He passed away on March 23, 2012, at the age of 80 due to multiple organ failure.

Profile

• Full name: Francisco Anysio de Oliveira Paula Filho
• Nickname: Chico Anysio
• Date of birth: April 12, 1931
• Age as of 2024: 93 years (deceased)
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Maranguape, Ceará, Brazil
• Nationality: Brazilian
• Profession: Actor, comedian, writer, composer
• Height: N/A
• Parents: José da Silva, Maria da Conceição Pinheiro Esteves
• Siblings: Lupe Gigliotti (sister), Zelito Viana (brother)
• Spouse: Malga Di Paula (last wife)
• Children: Lug de Paula, Nizo Neto, Rico Rondelli, Bruno Mazzeo, André Lucas, Cícero Chaves
• Relationship status: Married (multiple marriages)
• Religion: N/A
• Ethnicity: Brazilian
• Net worth: $10 million

Early Life and Education

Chico Anysio is now posthumously at the age of 93. He was born on April 12, 1931, in Maranguape, Ceará. At the age of seven, he moved to Rio de Janeiro with his family and began working in radio as a teenager.

Anysio’s early career involved performing in various radio programs and theater productions. He gained valuable experience and honed his skills as a performer during this time.

Personal Life

Chico Anysio was married multiple times throughout his life. His last marriage was to Malga Di Paula in 2001 until his death in 2012. He had children from different relationships, including actors Lug de Paula and Nizo Neto.

Career

Chico Anysio’s career began in the late 1940s when he worked as a radio host and performer. He gained national recognition for his work on television starting in the 1960s. His show “Chico Anysio Show,” which aired from 1982 to 1990 on Rede Globo, became one of Brazil’s most popular comedy programs.

Throughout his career, Anysio created numerous characters that resonated with audiences across Brazil. His ability to embody different personas allowed him to explore various social issues through humor. In addition to television work, he appeared in films such as “O Primo do Cangaceiro” (1959) and “Tieta” (1996), showcasing his versatility as an actor.

Anysio’s contributions to Brazilian comedy extended beyond performance; he was also involved in writing and producing content that shaped the landscape of humor in Brazil.

Awards

• Multiple awards from Brazilian television and film festivals
• Recognition as one of Brazil’s greatest comedians by various publications

Net Worth

Chico Anysio’s net worth at the time of his death, was worth roughly $10 million.

Death

Chico Anysio passed away on March 23, 2012, at the age of 80 due to multiple organ failure. His death marked the end of an era for Brazilian comedy and left a lasting legacy in the entertainment industry.

Social Media

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Filmography

• “O Primo do Cangaceiro”
• “Tieta”
• “A Hora e a Vez de Augusto Matraga”
• “Se Eu Fosse Você”