Selton Figueiredo Melo (his artistic name has two L's) (born December 30, 1972 in Passos, Minas Gerais) is a Brazilian actor. He works on TV, movies and theater. He also produces and directs movies and videoclips. This actor hosts Tarja Preta, a TV show about culture and independent movies.
He has played André, from the Brazilian movie Lavoura Arcaica (To the left of the father), directed by Luiz Fernando Carvalho, based on the eponymous novel by Raduan Nassar.
He has also played João da Ega in Os Maias, also directed by Luiz Fernando Carvalho, based on the eponymous novel by Eça de Queiroz.
Brother of Danton Mello.
Had a long term relationship with actress Danielle Winits.
Is a great fan of actor Johnny Depp.
His first name (Selton) comes from his mother's name (Selva) and his father's (Dalton) - Sel + Ton.
Plays the guitar.
Since 2004 hosts on cable TV, "Tarja Preta", his debut as a TV presenter and director. It's about the Brazilian underground cinema.
Dubbed Kuzco in the Brazilian version of 'The Emperor's New Groove' (2000).
Son of Selva, housewife, and Dalton Mello, bank employee.
