José Mayer

José Mayer Drumond Araujo, a renowned Brazilian actor, hails from Jaguaraçu, where he was born on October 3, 1949. He embarked on his illustrious career in the world of theater in 1963, with his cinematic debut following suit in 1975 with appearances in Enigma para Demônios and A Mulher do Desejo. Two years later, in 1977, he made his television debut on the popular children's program Sítio do Picapau Amarelo. However, it was his captivating performance in the 1984 miniseries Bandidos da Falange, where he portrayed the pivotal role of Jorge Fernando, that ultimately garnered him widespread recognition and accolades, including the prestigious APCA Award for Best Male Revelation.