Alice Braga

Brazilian actress in 'City of God'

Alice Braga - Brazilian actress in 'City of God'
Born

April 15th, 1983
41 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Brazil

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Born in 1983 in São Paulo, an actress gained recognition for her role as Angélica in the critically acclaimed film 'City of God'. She starred in 'I Am Legend' alongside Will Smith, portraying Anna. Braga appeared in the series 'Queen of the South', where she played Teresa Mendoza, a central character navigating the drug trade. She is the granddaughter of actress Sonia Braga and began her career at a young age, contributing to several Brazilian films before transitioning to Hollywood projects.

Played Angélica in 'City of God'

Portrayed Anna in 'I Am Legend'

Starred as Teresa Mendoza in 'Queen of the South'

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