Who is António Guterres?

António Guterres may not be a name you immediately associate with commercial acting, but he has in fact appeared in a few commercials throughout his career. Of course, Guterres is best known as a Portuguese politician and diplomat who is the ninth Secretary-General of the United Nations. He took up the position in January 2017 and has been working tirelessly ever since to promote peace, justice, and human rights around the world.

However, before he became a diplomat, Guterres pursued a career in mechanical engineering, and it's during his time as an engineer that he first dabbled in commercial acting. In the 1970s, Guterres appeared in an advertisement for a popular soap brand in Portugal. Clad in overalls and sporting a big, friendly smile, Guterres helped to promote the brand to viewers across the country.

Guterres also appeared in a commercial for a grocery store chain in Portugal in the 1980s. The ad saw Guterres, once again dressed in overalls, promoting the store's fresh produce to shoppers. While these commercials may seem like small, insignificant moments in Guterres' career, they demonstrate just how versatile he is as a public figure.

Today, Guterres is known for his diplomatic work, but his brief foray into the world of commercial acting adds another dimension to his bio. It also serves as a reminder that even the most serious and accomplished politicians and diplomats can have some fun and show their lighter side from time to time.