Ecleidira Maria Fonseca Paes (Abaetetuba, June 30, 1969), better known as Dira Paes, is a Brazilian actress and presenter. Known for her versatility, she has won several awards, including a notable twelve Grande Otelo nominations, winning as best actress in 2013, three Guarani Awards, two APCA Awards, two Brazil Quality Awards, an Extra Award, as well as three Kikitos from the Gramado and five Candangos from the Brasília Festival.
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Dira Paes is a prominent Brazilian actress and human rights activist with a career spanning four decades in film and television.
She is known for her acclaimed roles in prominent Brazilian films such as Two Sons of Francisco, Pureza, and Manas.
She works across Brazilian feature films, television series, and telenovelas, ranging from popular comedies to socially conscious dramas.
She has won multiple Grande Otelo awards, Guarani Awards, and festival honors across her extensive filmography.
