Rhasaan Orange
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. 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. In 2018, he started hosting his own podcast called "The Vale Tudo Hour".
Acting roles
| 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
- ^ "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".
External links
 | This article about an American actor is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. |
 | This biographical article relating to American martial arts is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. |