Selton Mello
Known for Acting · 76 credits
- Born
- 1972-12-30 (age 53)
- Place of birth
- Passos, Minas Gerais, Brazil
- Also known as
- Selton Figueiredo Melo
Biography
Selton Figueiredo Melo, known as Selton Mello (born December 30, 1972) one of Brazil’s most respected actors and directors, has built a remarkable career spanning four decades. From his beginnings as a child actor to his status as a celebrated artist, Mello has consistently demonstrated his passion for storytelling and connection with audiences.
Born in Passos, Minas Gerais, Mello began acting in Brazilian television soap operas during the 1980s. His talent quickly earned him recognition, leading to his transition to cinema. In the 1990s, he gained acclaim with films such as Lavoura Arcaica (To the Left of the Father) and O Auto da Compadecida (A Dog’s Will). The latter remains a cultural classic, with Mello’s role as Chicó highlighting his comedic timing and depth.
Mello’s versatility as an actor is evident in his diverse filmography, including Meu Nome Não É Johnny (My Name Ain’t Johnny)* and Jean Charles, a poignant portrayal of a Brazilian immigrant’s tragic story. In Ainda Estou Aqui (I’m Still Here), directed by Walter Salles, Mello delivered a powerful performance as Rubens Paiva, a congressman disappeared during Brazil’s military dictatorship. Beyond acting, Mello has excelled as a director. His 2011 film O Palhaço (The Clown), which explores themes of identity and purpose, received widespread acclaim and numerous awards. His second directorial work, O Filme da Minha Vida (The Movie of My Life), further showcased his storytelling ability, earning accolades at the Rome Film Festival.
A member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Mello plays a key role in promoting Brazilian cinema internationally. With over 40 years in the industry, Selton Mello remains a significant figure, celebrated for his contributions as an actor, director, and cultural embassador.
Known For
TV Shows (28)
Força de um Desejo
1999
as Abelardo Silveira Sobral
Brava Gente
2000
as Daniel / Sardinha
A Próxima Vítima
1995
as Antônio Mestieri (Tonico)
Tropicaliente
1994
as Vitor Velasquez
A Indomada
1997
as Emanuel Faruk
Pedra Sobre Pedra
1992
as Bruno
Corpo a Corpo
1984
as Ronaldo Pellegrini
Olho no Olho
1993
as João Carlos Zapata (Juca)
Lady Night
2017
as Self
In the Time of the Emperor
2021
as Dom Pedro II, Imperador do Brasil
Sinhá Moça
1986
as Rafael (criança)
Sessão de Terapia
2012
as Dr. Caio Barone
Os Maias
2001
as João da Ega
The Mechanism
2018
as Marco Ruffo
A Comédia da Vida Privada
1994
O Auto da Compadecida
1999
as Chicó
Treze Dias Longe do Sol
2017
as Saulo Garcez
You Were Never Alone
2021
as Self
Dangerous Liaisons
2016
as Augusto de Valmont
Os Normais
2001
as Nilo / Bernardo
Miracle Hands
2010
as Dimas Bevilláqua
Os Aspones
2004
as Tales
O Auto da Compadecida 2
2026
as Chicó
The Invisible Woman
2011
as Pedro
A Invenção do Brasil
2000
as Diogo Álvares, o Caramuru
O Sistema
2007
as Matias Cadore / Matt
Braço de Ferro
1983
as Raimundo
Dona Santa
1981
as Sidney
Movies (48)
Anaconda
2025
as Santiago
I'm Still Here
2024
as Rubens Paiva
A Dog's Will
2000
as Chicó
Trash
2014
as Frederico
Babenco: Tell Me When I Die
2020
as Banquet Attendee
Nina
2004
as Amigo de Ana
Four Days in September
1997
as César / Oswaldo
Lope: The Outlaw
2010
as Marqués de las Navas
The Rogue's Trial
2024
as Chicó
Rio 2096: A Story of Love and Fury
2013
as Abeguar / Balaio / Cau / JC (voice)
The Clown
2011
as Benjamim / Palhaço Pangaré
Lino
2017
as Lino (voice)
Tarantino's Mind
2006
as Friend #2
Zero K
Reflections of a Blender
2010
as Liquidificador (voz)
Uma Escola Atrapalhada
1990
as Renan
My Name Ain't Johnny
2008
as João Guilherme Estrella
Caramuru: Brazil Reinvented
2001
as Diogo Álvares, Caramuru
The Battle of Canudos
1997
as Tenente Luís da Gama
My Hindu Friend
2016
as Common Man
The Invisible Woman
2009
as Pedro
To the Left of the Father
2001
as André
Slightly Out of Tune
2008
as Dico - young
Girls from ABC
2003
as Salesiano
Bury Your Dead
2025
as Edgar Wilson
The Movie of My Life
2017
as Paco
Federal
2010
as Dani
Dry Movie
2005
as Bob
Soundtrack
2017
as Cris
Drained
2006
as Lourenço
La Perra
2026
as Duda
The Long Voyage of the Yellow Bus
2023
Making of O Auto da Compadecida
2000
Lamarca
1994
as Ivan
Billi Pig
2012
as Wanderlei
Câmera, Close!
2005
as Himself
O Coronel e o Lobisomem
2005
as Pernambuco Nogueira
The Herb of the Rat
2009
as Ele
Aperana Street 52
2012
as Self
Você Não Sabe Quem Eu Sou
2018
as Self
Jean Charles
2009
as Jean Charles
Tributo: Francisco Cuoco
2025
as Self
Kings & Rats
2012
as Troy Somerset
Sete Vidas
2007
as voz do Gato
The Alienist
as Simão Bacamarte
Lisbela and the Prisoner
2003
as Leléu
Diário de Novas Lembranças
2014
as Narrator
I Don’t Even Know Who I Was
About Selton Mello
Selton Figueiredo Melo, known as Selton Mello (born December 30, 1972) one of Brazil’s most respected actors and directors, has built a remarkable career spanning four decades. From his beginnings as a child actor to his status as a celebrated artist, Mello has consistently demonstrated his passion for storytelling and connection with audiences. Born in Passos, Minas Gerais, Mello began acting in Brazilian television soap operas during the 1980s. His talent quickly earned him recognition, leading to his transition to cinema. In the 1990s, he g… With 76 credits spanning from 1981 to 2026, Selton Mello has appeared in 48 films and 28 TV shows.
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Most Popular Selton Mello Movies
- Anaconda (2025) — as Santiago
- I'm Still Here (2024) — as Rubens Paiva
- A Dog's Will (2000) — as Chicó
- Trash (2014) — as Frederico
- Babenco: Tell Me When I Die (2020) — as Banquet Attendee
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