Murilo Benício

Murilo Benício Ribeiro (born 13 July 1971) is a Brazilian actor. He is best known for his prominent roles in telenovelas such as O Clone, América, Por Amor, A Favorita, and Avenida Brasil. Benício began his television career in the early 1990s, appearing in the telenovela Fera Ferida in a recurring role as Fabrício. His major breakthrough came with the critically acclaimed series O Clone (2001–2002), where he gained international recognition for his performance alongside co-star Giovanna Antonelli. The telenovela, created by Glória Perez, was a commercial success both in Brazil and abroad, establishing Benício as one of the leading actors of his generation. Since then, Benício has received critical acclaim for his work in a wide range of television and film genres. Benício's subsequent telenovelas and television series include, Chocolate com Pimenta (2004), a novela created by Walcyr Carrasco, together with Mariana Ximenes, América (2005) together with Deborah Secco, Pé na Jaca (2007), A Favorita (2008), Ti Ti Ti, the successful Avenida Brasil (2012), and the technology themed telenovela Geração Brasil (2014). He is also the recipient of awards such as the Prêmio Arte Qualidade Brasil, the Troféu Imprensa, the Prêmio Extra de Televisão, and the Prêmio Quem de Televisão.