Info

Role

Actress

Date of birth

03/27/1963

Place of birth

Santa Rosa, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil

Also known as

Maria da Graça Meneghel

Xuxa Meneghel

Xuxa

Biography

Xuxa Meneghel is a Brazilian television host, actress, singer, and producer, widely recognized as one of Latin America’s most influential entertainment figures. She became a cultural icon through her groundbreaking children’s television programs, which reached audiences across Brazil and beyond. Parallel to her television career, Xuxa starred in numerous feature films, several of which became major hits in Brazil. She also recorded a vast catalog of music aimed at children and families, selling millions of albums worldwide. Over her career, she has received honors such as the Latin Grammy for Best Children’s Album, multiple gold and platinum records, and recognition for her contributions to Brazilian popular culture.