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 | |
|---|---|
| Born | August 25, 1975 New York, NY United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, comedian, podcast host |
| Title | Black belt in 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu |
Acting roles
edit| Title | Year | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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". 22 January 2019.
- ^ "The Vale Tudo Hour with Renato Laranja Podcast | More than just MMA".
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