Xuxa
Xuxa Meneghel
- Full name: Maria da Graça Xuxa Meneghel
- Birth date: March 27, 1963
- Birth place: Santa Rosa, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
- Occupation: Television host, singer, actress, businesswoman
- Years active: 1979–present
Early life and career
Xuxa Meneghel was born in Santa Rosa, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, on March 27, 1963. She began her career as a model at the age of 16, and in 1979 she became a television host on the Brazilian children's show "Clube da Criança." The show was a huge success, and Xuxa quickly became one of the most popular television personalities in Brazil.
International success
In 1986, Xuxa released her first album, "Xuxa," which sold over 3 million copies in Brazil. She followed up with a series of successful albums, including "Xegundo" (1987), "Xou da Xuxa" (1988), and "Xuxa Só Para Baixinhos" (1996). Xuxa's music was also popular in other Latin American countries, and she became a household name throughout the region.
In addition to her music career, Xuxa also starred in a number of films, including "Lua de Cristal" (1990), "Super Xuxa Contra o Baixo Astral" (1998), and "Xuxa Popstar" (2000). She also hosted a number of television shows in Brazil and other countries.
Later career
In the early 2000s, Xuxa's popularity began to decline. She left her long-time television network, Globo, and her record sales began to drop. However, she remained a popular figure in Brazil, and she continued to host television shows and release albums.
In 2018, Xuxa announced that she was retiring from television. She said that she wanted to focus on her family and her business ventures. However, she has continued to make occasional appearances on television and in films.
Personal life
Xuxa Meneghel has been married three times. Her first marriage was to Ayrton Senna, a Brazilian Formula One racing driver. They were married from 1986 to 1988. Her second marriage was to Luciano Szafir, a Brazilian actor. They were married from 1998 to 2009. Xuxa has one daughter, Sasha Meneghel, who was born in 1998.
Awards and honors
Xuxa Meneghel has won numerous awards and honors throughout her career, including:
- Grammy Award for Best Latin Children's Album (1991)
- Latin Grammy Award for Best Latin Children's Album (2002)
- Emmy Award for Best Children's Program (1993)
- International Emmy Award for Best Children's Program (1994)
- MTV Video Music Award for Best Female Video (1993)
- World Music Award for Best-Selling Brazilian Artist (1996)
Legacy
Xuxa Meneghel is one of the most popular and successful entertainers in Brazilian history. She has sold over 50 million albums worldwide and has starred in numerous films and television shows. Xuxa is also a successful businesswoman, and she has her own line of clothing, toys, and cosmetics.
Xuxa is a role model for many young people in Brazil and other Latin American countries. She is known for her positive attitude, her love of children, and her commitment to social causes. Xuxa is a true icon of Brazilian popular culture.
