Rodrigo Santoro

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Born

August 22, 1975 · Petrópolis, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Birth name

Rodrigo Junqueira dos Reis Santoro

Rodrigo Santoro built an international career after establishing himself in Brazilian television and film. His breakout roles in Bicho de Sete Cabeças and Carandiru demonstrated his dramatic capacity, leading to global visibility with Love Actually and his portrayal of Xerxes in 300. He has balanced Hollywood productions with Brazilian cinema, participating in titles such as Heleno, which showcased his interest in biographical and character-driven narratives. Santoro also works in voice performance and long-form storytelling, including Westworld, reinforcing a career grounded in versatility and preparation.