Grazielli Soares Massafera, known professionally as Grazi Massafera, was born on June 28, 1982, in Jacarezinho, Paraná, Brazil. Before her acting career, she worked as a model and won the Miss Paraná title in 2004. She gained national recognition as a contestant on the reality show Big Brother Brasil 5 in 2005, finishing as the runner-up.
Massafera transitioned from reality television to acting, making her debut in the telenovela Páginas da Vida (2006). Since then, she has established herself as a prominent actress in Brazilian television and film.
Her television credits include significant roles in several popular telenovelas:
She has also appeared in films, showcasing her versatility as an actress.
Massafera’s performance in Verdades Secretas (2015) marked a turning point in her career. She received a nomination for Best Actress at the International Emmy Awards for her portrayal of Larissa, a struggling model addicted to crack cocaine. She has also received numerous awards and nominations within Brazil for her work in television, including the prestigious Troféu Imprensa.