Fernanda Torres

Personal context

Summary

Fernanda Torres is a Brazilian actor and writer known for her work in comedy, drama, television, theater, and novels. Her work includes satirical portraits of Brazilian culture and stories shaped by family life and political history; she has also spoken publicly about the repression of Brazil’s military dictatorship. In a 2016 column, she criticized aspects of feminist discourse, then apologized and acknowledged broader concerns including women’s rights and violence against women. She has criticized Jair Bolsonaro and praised Lula’s government in comparison.