Mel Maia facts for kids
In this Portuguese name, the first or maternal family name is Maia and the second or paternal family name is Sousa.
Quick facts for kids
Mel Maia
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Melissa Maia de Sousa
May 3, 2004 |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2011–present |
Melissa Maia de Sousa, better known as Mel Maia (born May 3, 2004), is a Brazilian actress. She was born in Rio de Janeiro.
She rose to fame in 2012 when she played young Rita in the telenovela Avenida Brasil. She received multiple awards for the said role.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2011 | O Relógio da Aventura | Nina | Supporting role |
| 2012 | Avenida Brasil | Rita Fonseca de Souza (child) | Episodes: "March 26–April 16" |
| 2013 | Joia Rara | Pérola Fonseca Hauser | Main role |
| 2015 | Além do Tempo | Felícia Cristina Pasqualino | |
| 2016 | Liberdade, Liberdade | Joaquina da Silva Xavier | Episodes: "April 11–14" |
| 2018 | Deus Salve o Rei | Agnes | |
| 2019 | A Dona do Pedaço | Cássia Mantovani Aguiar |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Nominated work | Result |
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| 2012 | Prêmio Extra de Televisão | Child Revelation | Avenida Brasil | Won |
| 2013 | Prêmio Contigo! | Best Child Actress | Won | |
| Troféu Imprensa | Revelation | Nominated | ||
| Prêmio Quem | Revelation | Nominated | ||
| Melhores do Ano | Best Child Actor or Actress | Won |
See also
In Spanish: Mel Maia para niños
National Hispanic Heritage Month on Kiddle
Prominent Hispanic scientists
 | Severo Ochoa |
 | Sarah Stewart |
 | Mario J. Molina |
 | Rodolfo Llinás |
 | F. J. Duarte |
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