Rafinha Bastos

Rafinha Bastos, often called "Rafi," is a trailblazing stand-up comedian and actor who pioneered American-style comedy in Brazil before conquering the global stage. Standing 6'7" with a sharp, observational wit, he first gained massive fame as a host on the satirical news show CQC and as the creator of the first Brazilian comedy special on Netflix, A Arte do Insulto. In 2011, the New York Times famously named him the "Most Influential Man on Twitter," a testament to his massive digital reach and provocative, unfiltered style. Now a regular at legendary venues like New York’s Comedy Cellar and the Hollywood Improv, Bastos has successfully transitioned his "acid" humor into English, captivating international audiences. With three Netflix specials—including the global hit Ultimato—and over 400 million YouTube views, he seamlessly blends worldly insights with self-deprecating anecdotes about his life as an immigrant.