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Born:
- Birthday: 1973-09-26
- Born Place: Ilha do Governador, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Leandro Hassum
Leandro Hassum Moreira, widely known as Leandro Hassum, is a prominent Brazilian actor, comedian, writer, and film producer, born on September 26, 1973, in Niterói, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He began his career in the 1990s, gaining significant recognition for his comedic talent.Hassum rose to national fame for his roles in popular Brazilian TV shows like Zorra Total and Os Caras de Pau, where his unique sense of humor and comic timing resonated with audiences. His transition to film was highly successful, cementing his status as one of Brazil's biggest box office draws. He starred in the hit Até que a Sorte nos Separe franchise, with the first film in 2012 achieving the best opening for a national film that year, leading to two more successful sequels. Other notable film credits include Vestido pra Casar (2013), O Candidato Honesto (2014), and Não Se Aceitam Devoluções (2018), the Brazilian remake of the Mexican hit Instructions Not Included.In 2019, Hassum signed a significant deal with Netflix, further expanding his global reach. He has since starred in several successful Netflix original productions, including the international hit Just Another Christmas (2020), which was viewed in over 26 million households worldwide, and the series Reporting for Duty (2023). Most recently, he starred as the Brazilian patriarch Otávio in the Netflix comedy film Almost Family (2025), which explores a comedic cultural clash between Brazilian and Argentine in-laws. Beyond his live-action roles, Hassum is also known as the Brazilian voice of Gru in the Despicable Me animated franchise.Leandro Hassum is celebrated not only for his comedic prowess but also for his versatility, having tackled dramatic roles as well. He has received numerous awards and nominations for his work, including several "Best of the Year" awards for comedy. He is also recognized for his advocacy of body positivity and openly shared his journey of significant weight loss after gastric sleeve surgery in 2014, inspiring many. Hassum continues to be a highly influential and beloved figure in Brazilian entertainment.
