Happy birthday! Giovanna Antonelli turns 50 today

By Lori Macatee
Brasília
Last updated on March 18, 2026

The iconic and legendary actress turns 50 on Wednesday, Mar. 18, 2026.

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Giovanna Antonelli is celebrating her 50th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Giovanna Antonelli (Salve Jorge, Brazilian Women, The Clone, Family Ties, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 50th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Antonelli, a cultural icon

Born in Rio de Janeiro on March 18, 1976, Giovanna Antonelli's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Brazilian history. Antonelli's not just a great actress, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Giovanna hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Giovanna Antonelli as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 50.

Happy Birthday, Giovanna, you're the best!