Leandro Hassum

Origin

Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Genres

comedy, stand-up comedy

Instruments

vocals

Biography

Leandro Hassum Moreira is a prominent Brazilian comedian, actor, screenwriter, producer, television host, and voice actor, widely recognized as one of the leading figures in contemporary popular comedy. Born in Ilha do Governador, Rio de Janeiro, he began his theatrical journey at the age of sixteen and later trained at the renowned O Tablado school. His early career featured successful theatrical runs, including participation in youth plays and collaborations with veteran artists, laying the foundation for a prolific career across stage, television, and film.

He rose to widespread national prominence through his long-running work on the television sketch comedy show Zorra Total and by forming a celebrated comedy duo with Marcius Melhem. This partnership yielded successful projects such as the television series Os Caras de Pau and the stage hit Nós na Fita. Over the decades, Hassum transitioned into one of the most commercially successful box-office draws in Brazilian cinema, starring in major blockbuster comedies like Até que a Sorte nos Separe and O Candidato Honesto, alongside contemporaries like Ingrid Guimarães and Lúcio Mauro Filho.

Beyond his live-action performances, Hassum is well known as the official Brazilian voice dubber for the character Gru in the Despicable Me franchise. Throughout his career, he has successfully adapted his comedic persona across various formats, from television sitcoms and stand-up comedy tours like Lente de Aumento to feature films and voice acting. His enduring cultural presence has cemented his status as a defining personality in modern Brazilian entertainment.