Mauricio de Sousa is a Brazilian cartoonist, creator of Turma da Mônica (Monica's Gang).
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Mauricio de Sousa is a Brazilian cartoonist, creator of the popular comic book series Turma da Mônica (Monica's Gang). His work, featuring iconic characters like Monica, Jimmy Five, Maggy, and Smudge, has entertained generations of Brazilians and gained international recognition.
Early Life
Born in Santa Isabel, São Paulo, Brazil on October 27, 1935, Mauricio de Sousa developed a passion for drawing at a young age. He spent his childhood sketching and creating stories, often inspired by the people and events around him.
Career
Mauricio de Sousa began his career as a police reporter and illustrator for the newspaper Folha da Manhã. He started creating comic strips, and in 1959, his first recurring characters, Bidu and Franjinha, debuted. The success of these characters led to the creation of Turma da Mônica, which became a national phenomenon. His company, Mauricio de Sousa Produções (MSP), has expanded to include animation, licensing, and other media.
Personal Life
Mauricio de Sousa has ten children, some of whom have inspired characters in Turma da Mônica.
Awards
Mauricio de Sousa has received numerous awards throughout his career, recognizing his contributions to Brazilian culture and the comic book industry.
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First name
Mauricio
Middle name*
de
Last name
Sousa
Birthdate
October 27, 1935
Age 89
Birth location
Santa Isabel, São Paulo, BR
Location
BR
Years active
2012 - present
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