Alice Braga

Alice Braga Moraes, born in São Paulo, Brazil, on April 15, 1983, was immersed in the performing arts from an early age, influenced by her actress mother Ana Braga and aunt Sônia Braga. Her career began with appearances in short films and commercials during her childhood, before she pursued television and film roles as a teenager. Braga gained significant recognition with her role as Angélica in the critically acclaimed crime film “City of God” (2002), a performance that earned her a Best Supporting Actress nomination from the Cinema Brazil Grand Prize.

Her international breakthrough occurred when she starred alongside Will Smith in the science fiction film “I Am Legend” (2007). Following this, Braga became a prominent figure in Hollywood, taking on diverse roles in films such as “Blindness” (2008), “Predators” (2010), “The Rite” (2011), and “Elysium” (2013), where she appeared alongside Matt Damon and Jodie Foster. From 2016 to 2021, she held the lead role of Teresa Mendoza in the American television series “Queen of the South,” a significant milestone marking her first lead role in American television, for which she also served as an executive producer for 23 episodes (2019-2021). Her career includes voice acting work in animated features such as “Soul” (2020) and a role in “The Suicide Squad” (2021), showcasing her versatility. Recently, in 2024, she starred as Dr. Amanda Lucas in the Apple TV+ science fiction series “Dark Matter” for 9 episodes. Braga has also expanded her involvement in the industry through her production company, Los Bragas, in Brazil, and the new label South, co-founded with Bianca Comparato, aiming to bring authentic Latin American narratives to a global audience.

Throughout her career, Braga has demonstrated a commitment to storytelling that bridges cultures, contributing to both Brazilian and international cinema as an actress and producer. She has received numerous awards, including the Cinema Brazil Grand Prize for Best Supporting Actress (2003) for “City of God” and multiple Best Actress awards for “Lower City” (2005) at festivals like the Rio de Janeiro International Film Festival. Her work consistently highlights her ability to portray complex characters across various genres, solidifying her status as an influential artist.