Who is Rafael in Rio?

Flamboyant toucan, carnival performer, and Blu's loyal guide.

Who plays Rafael in Rio?

Rafael is played by George López.

Rafael's abilities include flight, carnival performance, cultural knowledge, leadership, charm.

Rafael has 5 mapped relationships in Rio. Explore the interactive relationship map for details.

Alignment: Hero
Species: Other
Abilities: Flight, Carnival performance, Cultural knowledge, Leadership, Charm

Rafael — Alliance Guide — Blu (Jesse Eisenberg)
Rafael acts as a crucial navigator and helper in the jungle.
Rafael — Alliance Guide — Jewel (Anne Hathaway)
Rafael attempts to train Jewel in flight techniques.
Rafael — Alliance Carnival Partners — Pedro (will.i.am)
Shared professional background unites them in aiding the protagonists.
Rafael — Alliance Carnival Partners — Nico (Jamie Foxx)
Collaborative dynamic within the carnival performance troupe.
Rafael — Conflict Enemy — Nigel (Jemaine Clement)
Nigel opposes Rafael's efforts to free the captive birds.