Zezé Motta

Maria José Motta de Oliveira OMC (Campos dos Goytacazes, June 27, 1944), better known as Zezé Motta, is a Brazilian actress and singer, considered one of the greatest artists in the country, an exponent of Afro-Brazilian culture. Zezé has already won numerous awards, including a Candango Trophy at the Brasília Festival, and an Air France Award, in addition to receiving nominations for three Grande Otelo awards and a Guarani Award. In 2019, she received an Honorary Grand Othello.

Zezé Motta is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 30 verified screen credits connected to this profile. Selected work includes Ana, en passant (2026), Mãe Bonifácia (2026), A Nobreza do Amor (2026), Abah and His Band (2025), The End (2023), Dois em Cena: Encontro de Gerações (2023), Fio do Afeto (2022), Prateados: A Vida em Tempos de Madureza (2021). The recorded credits span 1984 to 2026, including 17 movies and 13 TV shows. The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.