Renata made her television debut in 1988 at age 13 (or 14) in the telenovela Vale Tudo, playing Flávia. The following year she gained wider attention as the young Letícia in the classic Tieta (1989), opposite Danton Mello.
Throughout the 1990s and 2000s she worked steadily in Brazilian television. Notable credits include:
Caça Talentos (as Artemísia)
A Diarista (as Gislene)
Cilada (alongside then-husband Bruno Mazzeo)
O Profeta
Sete Pecados (as Adalgisa)
Caras & Bocas
Amor à Vida (2013)
From 2015 to 2020 she was a regular cast member of the Globo comedy program Zorra, where she performed in various sketches, including the popular “Bia e Maurício” segment with actor Léo Castro.
In recent years she has focused more on theater. In 2026 she debuted her first solo stage show, the monologue O Tempo Dela, written by Martha Mendonça and directed by Bel Kutner. The piece addresses themes of aging, autonomy, and women’s experiences around the age of 50 with humor. She has also taken on new television projects, including work with Record (notably the production Ben-Hur).
She has spoken about the challenges of sustaining a long acting career in Brazil while remaining committed to the craft.
Personal Life
Renata was previously married to actor Bruno Mazzeo (son of the late comedian Chico Anysio). The couple were together for several years and share a son, João Mazzeo (born around 2005), who has studied cinema. She has maintained a friendly relationship with her ex-husband.
FAQs
What was her first major role?
She debuted in Vale Tudo (1988) and gained prominence as Letícia in Tieta (1989).
Does she have children?
Yes. She has a son, João Mazzeo, from her relationship with actor Bruno Mazzeo.
