Oscar Nominee Fernanda Torres Apologizes for 2008 Blackface Sketch

The Brazilian actress addressed criticism over her appearance in a resurfaced comedy sketch as she campaigns for the 2025 Academy Awards.

Fernanda Torres, nominated for Best Actress at the 2025 Oscars for her role in 'I'm Still Here,' apologized for wearing blackface in a 2008 Brazilian TV sketch.
The sketch, from the show 'Fantastico,' featured Torres portraying multiple characters, including a housekeeper, in blackface makeup.
In her statement, Torres acknowledged the racist implications of blackface and stated that cultural awareness in Brazil at the time was limited.
Torres emphasized her commitment to fostering conversations about racism and preventing the normalization of discriminatory practices.
The controversy comes as 'I'm Still Here' garners critical acclaim, receiving Oscar nominations for Best Picture and Best International Feature.