It was "important for me to address this swiftly to avoid further pain and confusion," said Torres in a statement to Deadline

The Brazilian actor claimed that at the time of the 2008 sketch, her home country had yet to become aware of the "racist history and symbolism of blackface."

The role of a mother who rebuilds her life after her husband goes missing during Brazil's military regime in the 1970s, portrayed in "I'm Still Here," earned actor Fernanda Torres her first Academy Awards nomination.

Karla Sofia Gascón was accused of violating Oscar rules in interview and has issued statement clarifying her comments

Karla Sofía Gascón took back claim that Fernanda Torres' team spoke 'badly' about her. A source says she did not violate any Oscars rules.

Fernanda Torres' appearance at W’s Best Performances Party 2025 has left her fans abuzz with admiration. The Brazilian actress captivated fans and critics with her look for the event.

I’m Still Here’ Oscar Nominee & Golden Globe Winner Fernanda Torres Apologizes For Blackface Turn In 17-Year-Old Resurfaced TV Comedy Sketch

Karla Sofia Gascón, the star of Emilia Perez, has clarified her comments after accusing the social media team behind fellow Oscar contender I’m Still Here of undermining her. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.

Karla Sofía Gascón is clearing up recently made comments involving fellow Oscar nominee Fernanda Torres. The Emilia Pérez star is nominated in the Best Actress category at the Academy Awards along with the I’m Still Here star Torres.

In Walter Salles’s Oscar-nominated film, Fernanda Torres plays a woman whose family is torn apart by Brazil’s military dictatorship.

The entertainment sector sees a new documentary on the 90s boy band Boyzone, detailing their rise to fame. Additionally, 'I’m Still Here' highlights Brazil's authoritarian history through the story of Rubens Paiva’s family,