Thomás Aquino

Biography

Thomás Aquino is a celebrated Brazilian actor whose career is defined by intense, physically demanding roles in both film and prestige television. After a decade in theater and music, he made his film debut in the 2013 drama Tattoo (Tatuagem). He achieved major international fame in 2019 as Pacote (Acácio) in the award-winning film Bacurau, a role that showcased his ability to lead complex, genre-bending ensembles. In 2025, he reached a career milestone with the global success of The Secret Agent (O Agente Secreto), where he plays Valdemar. The film's historic win at the 2026 Golden Globes for Best International Feature has solidified his status as a key figure in the "New Wave" of South American cinema. Simultaneously, he has dominated Brazilian television in early 2026 as the musical entrepreneur and antagonist Ronei in the popular series Coração Acelerado.

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