Mel Maia, whose full name is Melissa Maia de Sousa, is a Brazilian actress born on May 3, 2004, in Rio de Janeiro.
She gained prominence as a child star in the entertainment industry, showcasing her talent in telenovelas and films from a young age.
Her parents were Débora Maia, a businesswoman who passed away in November 2025 at the age of 53, and Luciano Souza.
Mel’s rise to fame began early, and she has since become a notable figure in Brazilian media, balancing her acting career with personal endeavors.
Siblings
Mel has an older sister named Yasmin, who is 24 years old and studying dentistry.
The family also included a firstborn son named Lukas, who tragically passed away at the age of three.
Following the recent death of their mother Débora, Mel and Yasmin have been navigating this loss together, with reports highlighting the close family bonds amid the sorrow.
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Career
Maia’s breakthrough came in 2012 when she portrayed the young Rita in the hit telenovela Avenida Brasil, a performance that catapulted her into the spotlight and earned her widespread recognition.
Following this success, she appeared in Precious Pearl in 2013, where she continued to impress audiences with her youthful energy and acting prowess.
In 2015, Mel starred in Time After Time, further solidifying her status as a rising star in Brazilian television.
Expanding beyond telenovelas, she ventured into films, including roles in Everything for a Pop Star, A Vampire in the Family, and Through the Shadow.
Throughout her career, Mel has demonstrated versatility, transitioning from child roles to more mature characters as she entered her late teens and early adulthood, while also engaging in various media projects that highlight her evolving talent.
Accolades
In 2012, Maia received the Prêmio Extra de Televisão for Child Revelation for her role in Avenida Brasil.
The following year, 2013, brought multiple honors, including the Prêmio Contigo! for Best Child Actress, the Troféu Imprensa for Revelation, and the Melhores do Ano award, all recognizing her performance in Avenida Brasil.
In 2014, she won the Extra Award for Best Child Actor/Actress for her work in Precious Pearl.
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