What did you do before you became an actor?

He studied at the programmer. And in order to pay for his studies, got a star in television commercials. Yes, so I stayed there.

Do you even ever think that you will become an actor?

People tend to dream. Of course, such thoughts were, but never seriously not one of them. I think I realized that I became an actor only when played Fred, before the role on television was only a means to earn

Do you like it when people call you on the street Fred?

It's just great. I myself go into the image. On the set of "family ties" greatly surprised when someone called me, Luigi, because in that moment I was Fred

So, Luigi Barichelli want to be confused with the character?

I do not mind and do everything possible for that. In the end, this is my job.

Do not be afraid to be a hero one role?

At first it was scary. In the previous series Malhacao I was afraid that this image will stick to me for life

And Fred?

Well, something on my own I added this character. By the way, in the right physical shape for the role I brought my brother Eduardo, it is the personal trainer, plus another two very good specialist. I love Camp (eastern exercises, simulating the movement of animals). In general, very good physical shape Fred - this is my achievement.

In one of his films you kissed Shusha ( the largest Brazilian actress and singer - pp ). It was a real kiss?

They gave me a script and I did everything I could to kiss looked real. I did not see in front of Shusha, it was the heroine of the film, I loved my character. It was not a kiss Luigi and Shushi.

Your wife Andrea comes to shooting?

No, and I understand it. Before the camera, I and other people she does not like such transformation.

You are not afraid of the fact that now you are the leading actor of the largest Brazilian studio?

No, I just love my job. About such things as somehow not really think about it. You live the life of your character and all that matters. Success, failure, we can not affect things, you can only work and hope for the best.

Is it difficult under the gun many fans, especially female fans?

I respect their fans. And I'm open to them. Of course, after the "family ties" some things became very difficult to do. For example, just go to the store to shop. Many are surprised to see me in the supermarket or McDonald's, but the actors are the same people as the other, and we also want to have

Do you consider yourself a star?

In fact, all the young actors are the stars. It's simple enough. But to become a professional is much more difficult. Television gives us a chance, and only depends on us, we use them or not

Do you have friends among the actors?

Yes of course. And not only among them.

You played with the Vera Fischer. It was difficult?

I played her son, so always felt a huge responsibility. Yes, it is strained.

How was it working with the other actors?

The older generation can learn a lot. Tony Ramos, José Mayer, Marieta Severo - they are great professionals who are always ready to help. It is the "family ties" I realized, finally, that half the success of an actor depends on how to play his partner.