Mauricio de Sousa
Creator of Turma da Mônica comic strip
Mauricio de Sousa (born 1935) is a legendary Brazilian cartoonist, animator, and businessman who created Turma da Mônica, one of Latin America's most beloved and commercially successful comic franchises. Born in Santa Isabel, São Paulo, de Sousa initially trained as a veterinarian but pursued his passion for drawing, creating the comic strip in 1959. The series features Monica and her group of friends navigating childhood adventures, combining humor, heart, and social commentary. Turma da Mônica has been translated into numerous languages and adapted into animated series, films, and merchandise, becoming a cultural phenomenon across Brazil and Portuguese-speaking countries. The strip has won multiple international awards and influenced generations of readers and artists. Beyond comics, de Sousa established a successful animation studio and expanded the franchise into television and film. He is recognized as a pioneer of Brazilian comics and has maintained editorial control over his creations for over six decades, ensuring their cultural integrity.
Entertainment
Brazilian
1935
Thinking about the name
Mauricio
Latin origin
“The Spanish and Portuguese masculine form of Maurice, Mauricio has been borne by nobility, artists, and cultural figures throughout the Hispanic world. The name maintains Maurice's classical gravitas while adding distinctly Iberian warmth and musicality.”