Alice Braga: Bio And Career Highlights

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Alice Braga

Born

April 15, 1983

Died

Birthplace

São Paulo, Brazil

Age

43 Years Old

Horoscope

Aries

Who Is Alice Braga?

Alice Braga Moraes is a Brazilian actress known for her compelling performances and intense on-screen presence. She has cultivated a career spanning both acclaimed Brazilian cinema and major Hollywood productions, earning recognition for her versatile range.

Her breakout role as Angélica in the 2002 film City of God garnered international critical acclaim, establishing her as a formidable talent. This gritty drama captivated audiences worldwide.

Full Name	Alice Braga Moraes
Gender	Female
Height	5 feet 4 inches (162 cm)
Relationship Status	In a relationship with Renata Brandão
Net Worth	$2 million
Nationality	Brazilian
Ethnicity	Brazilian (Portuguese, some Indigenous and African)
Father	Nico Moraes
Mother	Ana Braga
Siblings	Rita Moraes

Early Life and Education

Born into an acting family in São Paulo, Brazil, Alice Braga Moraes was influenced by her mother, Ana Braga, and aunt, Sônia Braga, both accomplished actresses. She often accompanied them to film sets, fostering an early interest in performance.

Braga began her career appearing in school plays and commercials as a child, including a yogurt advertisement at age eight. She later attended university, pursuing acting roles while completing her education.

Notable Relationships

Currently in a relationship with producer Renata Brandão as of early 2024, Alice Braga was previously linked to actress Bianca Comparato. Their relationship was publicly confirmed in January 2020 and lasted until December 2023.

Braga has no publicly known children. Her romantic life has often remained private, with public confirmations coming only in recent years.

Career Highlights

Alice Braga’s breakthrough came with her powerful portrayal of Angélica in the 2002 critically acclaimed film City of God, which garnered international recognition. She further impressed audiences in major Hollywood productions like I Am Legend and Elysium.

She cemented her global presence starring as Teresa Mendoza in the popular USA Network series Queen of the South from 2016 to 2021, marking her first lead American television role. Braga also appeared in The Suicide Squad and Dark Matter.

Her diverse filmography and consistent performances have solidified Braga as a versatile talent in both Brazilian and international cinema.

Signature Quote

“I wanna work; I love so much making films; I hope I can do one after the other. Being on set is what makes me happy, so… The more I can, the better.”