Henfil

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Gender

Male

Birthday

February 5, 1944

Died

January 4, 1988 (43 years old)

Place of Birth

Ribeirão das Neves, State of Minas Gerais, Brazil

Also Known As

  • Henrique de Souza Filho

Henfil

Biography

Henrique de Souza Filho, universally known as Henfil (Ribeirão das Neves, February 5, 1944 – Rio de Janeiro, January 4, 1988), was an influential Brazilian cartoonist, comic strip artist, journalist, writer, and activist. Recognized for his acerbic, critical humor and deep engagement with Brazilian social and political issues, especially during the military dictatorship, Henfil left a lasting legacy in the country's culture and journalism.

Known For

Crew