When is Dodô's birthday?

Dodô's birthday is May 2. He was born on May 2, 1974 in São Paulo, Brazil.

Dodô is 52 years old, and turns 53 on his next birthday, May 2.

Who shares a birthday with Dodô?

Famous people who share Dodô's May 2 birthday include Satyajit Ray, David Beckham, Novalis, Dwayne Johnson and Theodor Herzl.

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Dodô — Age, Birthday & Biography

Born: 2 May 1974 · Age: 52

How old is Dodô?

Dodô is 52 years old as of October 2026. He was born on 2 May 1974.

Quick facts

Date of birth2 May 1974
Age52
NationalityBrazilian
BirthplaceSão Paulo, Brazil

Editor's Take:

Dodô's career arc reflects Brazilian football's domestic intensity and the high stakes of state competitions. Twice crowned Rio de Janeiro's top scorer, he thrived in a system where regional honours carry real weight. The 2008 doping ban—stemming from a failed test in a Rio derby—derailed momentum at its peak. His 2010 comeback with Vasco showed flashes: eleven goals, including four against Botafogo. Yet two missed penalties in a Flamengo derby ended that chapter, illustrating how single matches can define Brazilian careers. By 2013 he had transitioned to coaching, his playing legacy a reminder of domestic achievement shadowed by controversy.

Key Milestones

1997: Won São Paulo State League top scorer award
2006: Claimed Rio de Janeiro State League top scorer
2008: Received two-year doping ban from professional football
2013: Retired from playing and began coaching course

Ricardo Lucas Figueredo Monte Raso, known as Dodô (born 2 May 1974 in São Paulo), is a Brazilian football coach and former footballer who played as a striker.

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Dodô: Brazilian striker and top scorer

Brazilian footballer, born 1974

Dodô was born in São Paulo on 2 May 1974.

Dodô played as a striker for major Brazilian clubs including São Paulo, Santos, Botafogo and Fluminense.

He was suspended for two years in 2008 by the Court of Arbitration for Sport after testing positive for Fenproporex.

Dodô won top scorer honours in the São Paulo State League in 1997 and the Rio de Janeiro State League in 2006 and 2007.

Career highlights

1997São Paulo top scorer: State league leading goalscorer
1998Rio-São Paulo top scorer: Tournament leading goalscorer
2006Rio State championship: Won title and top scorer
2008Two-year doping ban: Suspended for failed test
2010Comeback with Vasco: Eleven goals in twenty-eight games

Did you know?Dodô scored four goals in a single match against Botafogo during his comeback season with Vasco da Gama.

Age: 52
Status: Living

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When is Dodô's birthday?: Dodô's birthday is May 2. He was born on May 2, 1974 in São Paulo, Brazil.
How old is Dodô?: Dodô is 52 years old, and turns 53 on his next birthday, May 2.
Who shares a birthday with Dodô?: Famous people who share Dodô's May 2 birthday include Satyajit Ray, David Beckham, Novalis, Dwayne Johnson and Theodor Herzl.

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