★ HOW OLD IS CHICO MATTOSO?
Chico Mattoso is 47 years old, born August 2, 1978 in BR · Leo.
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About
Chico Mattoso writes novels and screenplays that bridge literary Brazil and global platforms. Born in Paris to a Brazilian family in 1978, he studied at the University of São Paulo and later screenwriting at Northwestern University. His debut novel Longe de Ramiro earned a Jabuti Award nomination in 2007, and he co-created the HBO Latino series Pico da Neblina. As a Leo, he channels creative intensity into both page and screen.
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Biography
Chico Mattoso is a Brazilian writer, translator, and screenwriter born in 1978. Despite his Brazilian citizenship, he was born in Paris and completed his university education at the University of São Paulo. Early in his career, he edited the literary magazine Ácaro from 2002 to 2005 and co-wrote Cabras (1999) with Antonio Prata, Paulo Werneck, and José Vicente da Veiga, alongside Parati para Mim (2003) with João Paulo Cuenca and Santiago Nazarian.
His literary voice solidified with the novel Longe de Ramiro, released in 2007 and nominated for the Jabuti Award, one of Brazil's most prestigious literary honors. He followed this with Nunca va estar in 2011, and in 2012, Granta magazine selected him as one of the best young Brazilian writers. Mattoso later relocated to Chicago to pursue screenwriting formally at Northwestern University. His television work includes serving as head writer and co-creator of Pico da Neblina on HBO Latino, as well as writing for the films Rio, I Love You (2014) and Amor e Sorte (2020). A Life Path 8, Mattoso embodies ambition and material vision—traits evident in his drive to master both literary and cinematic mediums. Screenwriters craft dialogue, structure, and story for visual media.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
Mattoso grew up between continents, born in Paris but raised in Brazil, where he attended the University of São Paulo. In his twenties, he co-authored Cabras (1999) and Parati para Mim (2003) with peers including Antonio Prata and João Paulo Cuenca. He served as editor of the literary magazine Ácaro from 2002 to 2005, establishing himself in Brazilian literary circles before his solo novel debut.
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Trivia
- Despite holding Brazilian citizenship, Mattoso was born in Paris, making him a transatlantic figure from birth.
- His debut novel Longe de Ramiro earned a Jabuti Award nomination in 2007—one of Brazil's most competitive literary prizes.
- In 2012, Granta magazine recognized him as one of the best young Brazilian writers, giving him international literary credibility at age 34.
- He co-created Pico da Neblina for HBO Latino while based in Chicago, bridging North American and Latin American television.
- His filmography includes Rio, I Love You (2014) and Amor e Sorte (2020), expanding his reach beyond novels and prestige TV.
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Numerology
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The Powerhouse
Driven and business-minded. Chico Mattoso extend their craft into ownership: labels, production companies, brand lines.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
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CHALLENGING
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★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Chico Mattoso?
- Chico Mattoso is 47 years old (born August 2, 1978).
- When is Chico Mattoso's birthday?
- Chico Mattoso was born on August 2, 1978.
- What is Chico Mattoso's zodiac sign?
- Chico Mattoso is a Leo, born August 2, 1978.
- What is Chico Mattoso's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Chico Mattoso was born in 1978, the year of the Earth Horse.
- Where is Chico Mattoso from?
- Chico Mattoso is from BR.
- What does Chico Mattoso do?
- Chico Mattoso is a writer.
- Is Chico Mattoso still alive?
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