Rhasaan Orange (born August 25, 1975) is an American comedian and actor. Orange is, perhaps, best known for his creation and portrayal of the fictional Brazilian Renato Laranja.[1][2][3] The Laranja persona is an arrogant Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu champion with a thick accent, and the character is somewhat of an alter ego; 'Laranja' is Portuguese for 'Orange'. Although Orange never grappled professionally, he earned a black belt rank in 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu studying under Eddie Bravo.[4] In 2018, he started hosting his own podcast called "The Vale Tudo Hour".[5]
Rhasaan Orange | |
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Born | New York, NY United States | August 25, 1975
Nationality | American |
Occupation(s) | Actor, comedian, podcast host |
Title | Black belt in 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu |
Acting roles
editTitle | Year | Role | Notes |
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The Renato Laranja Show | 2014 | Renato Laranja | Web series |
Revenge | 2012 | Tech | TV series |
OB/GY Anne | 2011 | Dr. Richard Robbins | TV movie |
Mortal Kombat | 2011 | Cyrax, Kintaro, SF Radio Operator | Video game (voice) |
Numb | 2010 | Javi | Short film |
Days of Our Lives | 2003–2007 | Thomas Edward 'Tek' Kramer | TV series |
A Sight for Sore Eyes | 2005 | Jarred Williams | Short film |
Half & Half | 2005 | Quincy | TV series |
Undressed | 2001 | Joe | TV series |
Jack and Jill | 2001 | Eric, Barto's study friend | TV series |
Guiding Light | 1999 | Brian | TV series |
Sex and the City | 1999 | Assistant | TV series |
Coming Soon | 1999 | Sincere Boy | Film |
The Mouse | 1996 | Shamster #2 | |
Sesame Street | 1978-1983 | Rhasaan | TV series |
References
edit- ^ "Interview with Renato Laranja". Inside BJJ. December 29, 2011. Retrieved May 9, 2012.
- ^ "UFC 145: Renato Laranja Gives His Fight Predictions". April 20, 2012. Retrieved May 9, 2012.
- ^ "27 TIMES A CHAMPION: RENATO LARANJA'S GREATEST HITS". DSTRYR. February 6, 2012. Retrieved May 9, 2012.
- ^ "FIGHTLAND - VICE".
- ^ "The Vale Tudo Hour with Renato Laranja Podcast | More than just MMA".
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