Moura has made a name for himself in both the film and television industries. In 2007, he played the antagonist in the telenovela Paraso Tropical, and both the audience and the critics gave him high marks for the part.

His success on television paved the way for his 2013 international film debut alongside Jodie Foster and Matt Damon in the US science fiction film Elysium. He continued to succeed after receiving excellent marks from critics for his performance as Pablo Escobar in the Netflix series Narcos. He even helmed two episodes of Narcos: Mexico.

Moura’s success in the global film industry has contributed to Hollywood’s accurate portrayal of Latin Americans. He made his directing debut in 2021 with the biopic Marighella, which received positive reviews at the 2019 Berlin Film Festival and went on to win numerous awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Adapted Screenplay for Moura.

In addition to his abilities in film and television, Moura also possesses capabilities in journalism and music. His variety and dedication to his art have earned him a place among Brazil’s most well-known and brilliant painters.

Wagner Moura Children: Meet Bem Moura, Jose Moura and Salvador Moura

Wagner Moura, a renowned Brazilian journalist, and actor, and his wife Sandra Delgado have three children: Bem Moura, Salvador Moura, and Jose Moura. These children go about their daily lives unnoticed.