What is Antonio Candido's full name?

Antônio Cândido de Mello e Souza

Antonio Candido date of birth:

July 24, 1918

How old was Antonio Candido when died?

98

Where was Antonio Candido born?

Rio de Janeiro City, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

When did Antonio Candido die?

May 12, 2017

Where did Antonio Candido die?

Sao Paulo City, Sao Paulo, Brazil

Why did Antonio Candido die?

Hiatal hernia (complications from)

Antonio Candido body shape:

Slim

What color are Antonio Candido's eyes?

Hazel

What color is Antonio Candido's hair?

Grey

Is Antonio Candido gay or straight?

Straight

What is Antonio Candido's ethnicity?

White

What is Antonio Candido nationality?

Brazilian

What is Antonio Candido's occupation?

Author

Short Biography

Antonio Candido de Mello e Souza was born in Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil, on July 24, 1918. He is a writer, professor, sociologist and literary critic. As a critic of Brazilian Literature, he is currently considered as one of the most eminent scholars on the subject by Brazilian universities. He was the co-winner of the Prêmio Jabuti for essays in 1965.