Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Actor
Occupations
Television actor, Film actor, Actor
Birthday
(Wednesday)
Birthplace
Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Nationality
Citizenship
Brazil
Languages
Brazilian Portuguese, Portuguese
Spouse
Fernando Torres (1954-2008)
Children
2 children: Cláudio Torres, Fernanda Torres
Education
Colégio Pedro II
Zodiac Sign
♎ Libra
Chinese Zodiac
蛇 Snake
Popularity
Tier C -- 10,123 Wikipedia views/month
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Fernanda Montenegro is known for acting.
Born in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (age 96).
7 awards including Grande Prêmio do Cinema Brasileiro for Best Actress.
Fernanda Montenegro has 29 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Filmography (29)
AWARDS (9)
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International Emmy Award for Best Actress
2013
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International Emmy Award for Best Actress
2013
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Grande Prêmio do Cinema Brasileiro for Best Actress
2005
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National Board of Review Award for Best Actress
1998
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Biography
Arlette Pinheiro Monteiro Torres CRB • GCONM • COCS • OMC (Rio de Janeiro, October 16, 1929), better known as Fernanda Montenegro, is a Brazilian actress and writer. She is often referred to as "the grand dame of Brazilian dramaturgy" and "the greatest actress in the history of Brazil" for her extensive work in cinema, theater and television.
Internationally recognized, Fernanda was the first Brazilian to win the International Emmy in the best actress category for her performance in Doce de Mãe (2013), in addition to winning a Silver Bear at the Berlin Film Festival and receiving nominations for Golden Globe and Academy Award for best actress for her work in Central do Brasil (1998), being the first Latin American, Portuguese-speaking and Brazilian woman to be nominated in this category.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Fernanda Montenegro?
Fernanda Montenegro is 96 years old, born on .
Where was Fernanda Montenegro born?
Fernanda Montenegro was born in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
What movies or shows has Fernanda Montenegro been in?
Fernanda Montenegro has 29 credits in our database. Notable titles include I'm Still Here (2024), Ambitious Women (2015), Boa Sorte (2014), Doce de Mãe (2014), Rio, I Love You (2014).
What is Fernanda Montenegro known for?
Fernanda Montenegro is primarily known as an actor. Arlette Pinheiro Monteiro Torres CRB • GCONM • COCS • OMC (Rio de Janeiro, October 16, 1929), better known as Fernanda Montenegro, is a Brazilian…
Where can I find more information about Fernanda Montenegro?
You can find more about Fernanda Montenegro on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
