**Sonia Braga** (Maringá, Brazil, 1950) is an internationally renowned Brazilian actress, considered an icon of Latin American cinema.

After achieving great success in telenovelas, she gained worldwide recognition with the film **"Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands"** (1976), where she captivated audiences with her beauty and her portrayal of a sensual and vibrant woman. Her international career took off with **"Kiss of the Spider Woman"** (1985), which earned her a Golden Globe nomination and cemented her reputation as an actress of substance.

She continued with roles in Hollywood productions such as **"Milagro"** (1988) and **"Moon Over Parador"** (1988). Sonia Braga is renowned for often portraying strong, passionate, independent, and complex women. Her versatility has also been evident in more recent works such as the acclaimed **"Aquarius"** (2016), which further solidified her reputation as an actress of great dramatic intensity.