# Thiago Macedo

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## Overview

**Name:** Thiago Macedo

**Date of Birth:** November 27, 1994 (age 31)


## Bio

Born in Manaus in 1994, Thiago Macedo started jiu-jitsu at age seven under his older brother João Bosco, coach Francimar, and Orley Lobato. He shifted to a competitive focus at eleven and moved to Mestre Pina Academy, training under Faustino Neto himself and earning his black belt in August 2015. A student exchange arranged by Bosco and Rodrigo Pinheiro brought him to the United States, where Pinheiro kept him on to compete and promote the academy. His competitive record includes matches against Bruno Carvalho and Zach Zapadas.

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**Last Updated:** September 24, 2026

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