Brazil conjures up a spectacular imagery of colonial infrastructure, pristine beaches, gargantuan carnivals and festivals and of course, the 98-foot tall statue of Christ the Redeemer. A global power in many sense, it is the fifth largest country in the world and the seventh largest in terms of economy. But Brazil has more to it than its colourful carnivals, beautiful beaches and religious sites – its talented bunch of men and women who through their exemplary works have led the country to become a powerhouse that it is today. Talking of extraordinary Brazilian men primarily, their contribution to the world forum has been absolutely immeasurable.
Paulo Coelho and his books, Ronaldo and his soccer, Eduardo Saverin and his powerful social media platform Facebook, Rodolfo Amoedo and his paintings, Mario de Andrade’s poetry and Jorge Paulo Lemann’s AmBev and 3G Capital - Brazil has been a hotbed of talented men. And that it not all for Brazil has been home to greatest scientists, inventors, historical figures, models, intellectuals, religious leaders, musicians, monarchs, actors and sports personnels. Read this section to update yourself with the life, career, works and timeline of famous Brazilian men.
