About Afonso Cruz
Born 1971. Afonso Cruz is a Portuguese writer, film director, musician and illustrator.
Afonso Cruz, born in Figueira da Foz, is a Portuguese multidisciplinary artist, author of more than 30 books, among novels, theatre plays, picture books, juvenile novellas, poetry, photo-text and essays.
His books are published in more than 20 languages, and received many awards, like the EU Prize for Literature. for the novel Kokoschka’s Doll. He is also a columnist, illustrator and member of the band The Soaked Lamb.
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Who is Afonso Cruz?
Portuguese musician
When was Afonso Cruz born?
Afonso Cruz was born on 9 July 1971 in Figueira da Foz.
What is Afonso Cruz's occupation?
Afonso Cruz is a writer, film director, musician and illustrator.
What nationality is Afonso Cruz?
Afonso Cruz is Portuguese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Afonso Cruz. https://biography.guide/afonso-cruz/
MLA: "Afonso Cruz." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/afonso-cruz/.
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