Fausto Silva Biography: Wife, Children, Films, TV Series, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Height

Fausto Silva, widely known as Faustão, is a legendary Brazilian television presenter and former radio host, celebrated for his charismatic and improvisational hosting style.

Best known for hosting the long-running Sunday variety show Domingão do Faustão (1989–2021), he has left an indelible mark on Brazilian entertainment with his engaging presence and pioneering work in Television.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Fausto Corrêa da Silva
• Stage Name: Faustão
• Born: May 2, 1950
• Age: 75 years old
• Birthplace: Porto Ferreira, São Paulo, Brazil
• Nationality: Brazilian
• Occupation: Television Presenter, Former Radio Host, Actor, Producer
• Height: 188 cm
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Amauri Corrêa Silva and Cordélia Moraes
• Siblings: Five siblings, including Leonor Corrêa (journalist)
• Spouse: Luciana Cardoso (m. 2002)
• Children: Lara Silva, João Guilherme Silva, Rodrigo Silva
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $10 million to $20 million

Early Life and Education

Fausto Corrêa da Silva was born on May 2, 1950, in Porto Ferreira, São Paulo, Brazil, to Amauri Corrêa Silva, an economist, and Cordélia Moraes, a language teacher.

Raised in a large family with five siblings, including his youngest sister, journalist Leonor Corrêa, he grew up in a supportive environment. His ethnicity is Brazilian, and his religious beliefs are not publicly disclosed.

Fausto began his career in radio at age 14, working at Centenario de Araras and later at Radio Cultura for five years. He studied law in São Paulo but did not complete the course, choosing to pursue his passion for broadcasting instead.

Career

Fausto’s career began in radio in 1964, transitioning to Television in the 1980s. He gained fame with Perdidos na Noite (1984–1988), a late-night variety show on TV Gazeta, RecordTV, and Band, known for its irreverent humor, live performances, and raw production style.

In 1989, he joined Rede Globo to host Domingão do Faustão (1989–2021), a Sunday afternoon variety show featuring music, dance competitions, and entertainment segments, which became a cultural staple in Brazil.

After leaving Globo, he hosted Faustão na Band (2022–2023) on Rede Bandeirantes. Fausto also appeared as himself in films like Sonho de Verão (1990) and Não Fuja da Raia (1996) and produced Inspetor Faustão e o Mallandro: A Missão (1991).

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @faustosilvaoficial

Personal Life

Fausto Silva, 75, stands at 188 cm and has been married to journalist and model Luciana Cardoso since 2002, with whom he has two sons, João Guilherme (b. 2004) and Rodrigo (b. 2008).

He was previously married to model Magda Colares from 1990 to 2000, with whom he has a daughter, Lara Silva. His sister Leonor Corrêa has a daughter, Julia (b. 2001).

Fausto has faced significant health challenges, undergoing heart transplantation in August 2023, kidney transplantation in February 2024, a liver transplant on August 6, 2025, and another kidney transplant the following day at Albert Einstein Israelite Hospital in São Paulo.

He is known for his distinctive São Paulo accent, stylish shirts, and outspoken views on Television, once stating, “Television is boring on Sundays… Soaps are terrible.”

Net Worth

Fausto Silva’s estimated net worth ranges from $10 million to $20 million, derived from his decades-long career in television, radio, and film appearances, as well as endorsements. Estimates vary due to his high-profile status and long tenure in Brazilian media.

Filmography

Selected Filmography:

• Sonho de Verão (1990) – Himself
• Inspetor Faustão e o Mallandro: A Missão (Primeira e Única) (1991) – Actor, Producer
• Não Fuja da Raia (1996) – Himself

Selected Television:

• Balancê (1983–1984) – Announcer (Rádio Excelsior / TV Gazeta)
• Perdidos na Noite (1984–1988) – Presenter (TV Gazeta / RecordTV / Band)
• Domingão do Faustão (1989–2021) – Presenter (TV Globo)
• Faustão na Band (2022–2023) – Presenter (Band)