List of Famous people born in Paraná, Brazil
Fernando Francischini
Fernando Destito Francischini commonly referred to as Delegado Francischini is a Brazilian politician, as well as a captain in the Brazilian military police. He has spent his political career representing Paraná, having served as state representative in the lower house of the national legislature from 2011 to 2019 and the state legislature since 2019.
Danilo Avelar
Danilo Fernando Avelar is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a left-back and centre back for Corinthians.
Héber Lopes
Héber Roberto Lopes is a Brazilian football referee. He refereed at 2014 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
Rogério Bontorin
Rogério Raab Bontorin is a Brazilian mixed martial artist who competes in the Flyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. He was the formal 57 kg Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Northeast Brazil champion. As of January 25, 2021, he is #8 in the UFC flyweight rankings.
Carlos Wizard Martins
Carlos Wizard Martins is a Brazilian entrepreneur and founder of Grupo Multi, a company that offers franchises for English courses. Grupo Multi was bought out by Pearson in 2013.
Thiago dos Santos
Thiago dos Santos, known as Thiago Santos, is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for Grêmio. He previously played for Palmeiras.
Giovane Élber
Élber de Souza, commonly known as Giovane Élber, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a striker.
Matheuzinho
Matheus França Silva, commonly known as Matheuzinho, is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a right back for Flamengo.
Dagoberto
Dagoberto Pelentier simply known as Dagoberto, is a Brazilian retired professional footballer who played as a forward.
Katiuscia Canoro
Katiuscia Canoro is a Brazilian actress.