If you tuned into the 2025 Golden Globes, you’ll know that Hollywood heavyweights Nicole Kidman, Angelina Jolie, Kate Winslet, Pamela Anderson and Tilda Swinton were all nominated for Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama.
You’ll also know that it was Fernanda Torres who ended up winning the award thanks to her performance in the Brazilian film I’m Still Here (original title: Ainda Estou Aqui).
The historic win marked the first time a Brazilian won a Best Actress Golden Globe Award and in her acceptance speech, Fernanda dedicated the award to her mum.
“Of course, I want to dedicate it to my mother. You have no idea, she was here 25 years ago,” she said.
For context, Fernanda was the second Brazilian to ever be nominated for a Best Actress Golden Globe while her mother, Fernanda Montenegro, was the first – in 1999, for the film Central Station (Central do Brasil).
It was a touching, full-circle moment. But we understand if you’re still wondering:
Who is Fernanda Torres?
Fernanda is a Brazilian actress and writer whose career spans more than four decades.
Born on September 15, 1965, in Rio de Janeiro, Fernanda began acting at just 13 years old.
She then went on to star in numerous Brazilian projects across theatre, television and film.
In 1986, came a career highlight: Fernanda won the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actress for her performance in Love Me Forever or Never (Eu Sei Que Vou Te Amar).
In addition to acting, Fernanda wrote the scripts for the films The Redeemer (O Redentor) and The Judgement (O Juízo) as well as for several Brazilian TV shows.
Not to mention, she’s worked as columnist and written two novels: The End (Fim) and Glory and Its Litany of Horrors (A Glória e seu Cortejo de Horrores).
What films has Fernanda Torres been in?
Of course, Fernanda starred in I’m Still Here – as aforementioned, her performance in this film earned her a Golden Globe.
She’s also been in Love Me Forever or Never, Twins (Gêmeas) and Foreign Land (Terra Estrangeira).
Fernanda has also appeared in several TV shows like Normal People (Os Normais) and Sons of the Fatherland (Filhos da Pátria).
Who is the mother of Fernanda Torres?
As aforementioned, Fernanda’s mother is actress Fernanda Montenegro. Her father was the late actor Fernando Torres.
Where can I watch I’m Still Here in Australia?
I’m Still Here has not yet been released in Australia.
Cinemas have teased that the film’s theatrical run will start “soon” though, so watch this space.
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