Chico Anizio is a famous Brazilian actor, comedian, writer and composer, known for his significant impact on the Brazilian entertainment industry.
He was born Francisco Anisio de Oliveira Paula Jr. on April 12, 1931, in Maranguape, Ceará state, and moved to Rio de Janeiro when he was seven. Anysio became one of Brazil’s most popular comedians, known for creating more than 200 characters throughout his career.
His work on television, especially in “Rede Globo”, made him a household name in Brazil. He died of multiple organ failure on March 23, 2012 at the age of 80.
contour
- Full name: Francisco Anicio de Oliveira Paula Fillo
- Nickname: Chico Ancio
- Date of birth: April 12, 1931
- Age as of 2024: 93 (deceased)
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Maranguape, Ceará state, Brazil
- Nationality: Brazil
- Occupation: Actor, comedian, writer, composer
- Height: Not applicable
- Parents: Jose da Silva, Maria da Conceicao Pinheiro Esteves
- Siblings: Lupe Gigliotti (sister), Zelito Viana (brother)
- Spouse: Marga di Paola (last wife)
- Children: Lugo de Paula, Nizzo Neto, Rico Londri, Bruno Mazzeo, Andre Lucas, Cicero Chavez
- Relationship status: Married (multiple times)
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: Brazilian
- Net worth: $10 million
early life and education
Chico Anysio has died at the age of 93. He was born on April 12, 1931 in Maranguape, Ceará state. At the age of seven, he moved with his family to Rio de Janeiro and as a teenager began working in radio stations.
Anysio’s early career involved performing in various radio programs and theater productions. During this time, he gained valuable experience and honed his acting skills.
personal life
Chico Ancio was married several times in his life. His last marriage was to Malga Di Paula from 2001 until his death in 2012. His children from different relationships include actors Lug de Paula and Nizo Neto.
Profession
Chico Anysio’s career began in the late 1940s as a radio host and performer. Beginning in the 1960s, he gained national recognition for his work on television. his show “The Chico Ancio Show” The show aired on Rede Globo from 1982 to 1990 and became one of the most popular comedy shows in Brazil.
Throughout his career, Anisio created many characters that resonated with audiences across Brazil. His ability to embody different characters allows him to explore various social issues through humor. In addition to his television work, he has also appeared in films such as “O Primo do Cangaceiro” (1959) and “Tita” (1996), demonstrating his versatility as an actor.
Ancio’s contribution to Brazilian comedy goes beyond acting. He is also involved in writing and producing content that shapes the Brazilian humor landscape.
Awards
- Won multiple awards at the Brazilian Television and Film Festival
- Named one of Brazil’s greatest comedians by various publications
net worth
Chico Anysio’s net worth at the time of his death was approximately $10 million.
die
Chico Anysio died of multiple organ failure on March 23, 2012 at the age of 80. His death marked the end of an era in Brazilian comedy and left a lasting legacy in the entertainment industry.
social media
- Instagram: Not applicable
- Twitter: N/A
film chronology
- “O Primo do Cangaceiro”
- “Tita”
- “The Time of Augusto Matlaga”
- “Se Eu Fosse Você”
