How are 13 child actors who gave up acting when they grew up

Many actors and actresses began their careers in childhood, making success with their characters that are remembered to this day. Over the years, some continued acting, while others decided to follow different paths, leaving only memories of their characters.

O awesome.club decided to go after some child stars who marked our lives with their unforgettable characters, but who found new dreams away from TV. Furthermore, there is a bonus Special. Be sure to check it out!

Victor Cugula debuted at the age of 6 in the soap opera O Clone, in which he played the character Léo in childhood, a clone of Lucas lived by Murilo Benício. Soon after, the child actor gained prominence in Mulheres Apaixonadas . Despite being away from TV since 2005, Victor chose to study Cinema at university and revealed his desire to take a theater course.

With the reprise of the soap opera A Vida da Gente, we can remember Jesuela Moro in the role of little Júlia. After her last appearance on TV in 2013, acting in Guerra dos Sexos, the young woman dedicated herself to studying and taking an online theater course. Furthermore, she stated that she has two desires: to return to acting or to attend medical school.

The charismatic character Sandrinha conquered the Brazilian public in the soap opera Por Amor, in 1997. Away from the small screen since 2012, Cecilia Dassi has dedicated herself to Psychology. On her Instagram, which has more than 290,000 followers, the young woman shares tips on emotional health, among other subjects related to her profession.

With her golden curls and blue eyes, Debby Lagranha was a constant presence on the program A Turma do Didi in the late 90s and also in several other productions by Renato Aragão and Xuxa Meneghel. That outgoing little girl grew up and graduated in Veterinary Medicine. Debby has a hotel for animals and even works at an agency that provides animals for TV Globo productions.

Who remembers the charming Lalesca, from the soap opera Sonho Meu? Carolina Pavanelli debuted on Brazilian screens in 1993, at the age of 6. His last work on TV was in 2009 in a series on Rede Record. Carolina has successfully dedicated herself to the area of ​​education, giving writing classes to high school students, in addition to being a pedagogical director, training teachers in Brazil.

Success in the soap opera Chocolate com Pimenta, in 2003, Guilherme Vieira was Tonico, son of Ana Francisca, played by Mariana Ximenes. In addition, he even presented TV Globinho for two years. A little over 25 years old, the young man remembers that phase with great affection, but he no longer thinks about acting again. Happy and fulfilled, he works as an account executive and game voice actor at one of the biggest electronic games fairs in Latin America.

Pedro Malta was successful on TV when he was only 8 years old, in the role of the smart Lipe, in Coração de Estudante, alongside actor Fábio Assunção, in 2002. Soon after his debut in the telenovela, he participated in other productions, such as Beginning de Novo , playing Pepe. Away from TV since 2017, Pedro is married and graduated in Radio and TV. He dedicates himself to working behind the camera and intends to pursue a career as a writer and screenwriter.

The first version of the children’s telenovela Chiquititas was a success in the late 1990s, marking the lives of many fans. Who remembers Fran, the orphan girl who made a romantic couple with Jônatas Faro and Bruno Gagliasso? Elisa Veeck debuted on TV in 1998 when she was 10 years old. Currently, she is recognized and honored for her journalistic career and presents a news program on CNN Brasil.

Castelo Rá-Tim-Bum was a children’s classic on TV Cultura in the 90s and its characters remain in our memory, such as Biba, played by Cinthya Rachel — a smart girl and the most responsible among her friends —, and Pedro and Zequinha. A little over 40 years old, Cinthya has a degree in Journalism and pursues a career as a dubbing director and dubbing artist, while living in Argentina with her husband and son.

Ana Olívia Seripieri was Tati, the youngest in the first phase of Chiquititas in 1997. Her character was so successful at the time that it lasted until the penultimate phase of the soap opera. Until 2008, Ana Olívia made some appearances on TV, but left her acting career to follow other dreams. She graduated in Business Administration and has a postgraduate degree in Project Management, following happily while working in a multinational company.

Inspired by Ziraldo’s work, O Menino Maluquinho was a success in 1995. Samuel Costa’s character — who always carried a pot on his head — was smart, mischievous and had a very creative mind, which made us remember how good it was to have a childhood without so much technological consumption. In 2008, Samuel founded a content production company, Blues, in the company of his friends, and currently continues in this field.

Remembered until today for his fun character Pedro in Castelo Rá-Ti-Bum, Luciano Amaral also gained a lot of recognition for playing Lucas Silva e Silva in Mundo da Lua, both on TV Cultura. A little over 40 years old, Luciano specializes in games and also presents programs on ESPN Brasil, in addition to being an ambassador for Marvel Brasil.

Lara Rodrigues gained prominence on the small screen in 2001 when acting in O Sítio do Pica-Pau Amarelo, in the role of Narizinho. Despite being away from TV since 2011, she does not rule out the possibility of returning to acting. Graduated in Cinema, Lara is a businesswoman, filmmaker and has her own production company that works with big brands.

Who doesn’t remember mini Ana Paula Arósio, the 3-year-old girl who was successful with a telephone commercial? Years passed, and Rafaela Romolo grew up. The young woman has a degree in Performing Arts focused more on theater. In an interview, she stated that her dream is to work in this area and act in a film, series or soap opera.

We were very happy to know that our child actors were able to make new dreams come true. And you, what you wanted to be as a child came true or changed your plans? Tell us!