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Fernanda Torres Wins Best Actress Golden Globe for "I'm Still Here"

Jan 6, 2025, 03:52 AM

Fernanda Torres made history at the 82nd Golden Globe Awards by winning Best Actress in a Motion Picture Drama for her role in "I'm Still Here" ("Ainda Estou Aqui"), directed by Walter Salles. She is the first Brazilian actress to win in this category, triumphing over nominees such as Angelina Jolie, Nicole Kidman, Tilda Swinton, Kate Winslet, and Pamela Anderson. The award was announced by Viola Davis. In her acceptance speech, Torres dedicated the award to her mother, Fernanda Montenegro, who was previously nominated in the same category in 1999. She described the film, which centers on Eunice Paiva and depicts events during the Brazilian dictatorship, as "historic" and a significant moment for Brazilian cinema. Torres's victory is celebrated as a milestone for Brazilian cinema and has been widely covered by international media.