Homero de Souza Campos

Origin

Campos Gerais, MG

Also known as

Ranchinho II, Ranchinho da Viola, Nhô Pinta

Years active

1950–1997

Genres

sertanejo, música caipira

Instruments

voz

Biography

Homero de Souza Campos, artistically known as "Ranchinho II" or "Ranchinho da Viola", was a notable Brazilian actor, singer, and comedian, with a prominent career in sertanejo music and radio.

His artistic career began in 1950, when he adopted the pseudonym "Nhô Pinta" and joined "Trio Mineiro", alongside "Bolinha" and "Cosmorama", performing on radio programs in São Paulo. After various line-ups of the trio, Homero met Amácio Mazzaropi, with whom he developed a strong friendship and professional partnership, becoming his driver and stage companion.

Later, Homero de Souza Campos solidified his fame as "Ranchinho II" by forming the comic duo "Alvarenga e Ranchinho" with Murilo Alvarenga. This partnership yielded 15 recorded albums and a series of memorable performances. Even after Alvarenga's death, Homero continued to perform as "Ranchinho da Viola", keeping alive the tradition of sertanejo music and the humor that characterized him.