| Amácio Mazzaropi | |
|---|---|
| Born |
April 9, 1912 São Paulo, Brazil |
| Died | June 13, 1981 (aged 69) São Paulo, Brazil |
| Occupation | Actor, Film director, Singer |
| Parent(s) | Bernardo Mazzaroppi, Clara Ferreira |
Amácio Mazzaropi (São Paulo, April 9, 1912 - São Paulo, June 13, 1981) was a Brazilian actor and filmmaker. A comic performer from a circus background, he became popular in Brazil with his character Jeca Tatu, a portrayal of the rural caipira. Mazzaropi debuted in cinema in 1951, with Sai da Frente. In 1958 he established his own film studio, PAM Filmes, producing and distributing his own movies.