Camila Pitanga

Camila Pitanga

Born 1977-06-14 (age 49) Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Biography

Camila Pitanga Manhães Sampaio (born June 14, 1977), professionally known as Camila Pitanga, is a renowned Brazilian actress known for her performances in film and television. The daughter of actors Vera Manhães and Antônio Pitanga, and the sister of actor Rocco Pitanga, Camila began her artistic career as a child at the age of six in the film Quilombo (1984).

Throughout her career, she stood out in various television productions, including the telenovela Paraíso Tropical (2007), where she played the character Bebel, a role that earned her the APCA (São Paulo Association of Art Critics), Qualidade Brasil, and Contigo! awards for Best Actress. She also starred in Cama de Gato (2009), Lado a Lado (2012), and Velho Chico (2016).

In cinema, Camila starred in films such as Caramuru: A Invenção do Brasil (2001), Redentor (2004), and Eu Receberia as Piores Notícias dos Seus Lindos Lábios (2011), for which she won the Prêmio Guarani for Best Actress.

In September 2016, she was named the national ambassador for UN Women Brazil, committing to the defense of women's rights and the promotion of gender equality.

In Beleza Fatal on Max, Camila Pitanga received a prominent role with great recognition, gaining significant attention for her performance, which became one of the telenovela's highlights.

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Known For

Basic Sanitation, the Movie
Samba Infinite
Samba Infinite

2025

as Sister

Rio 2096: A Story of Love and Fury
Rio 2096: A Story of Love and Fury

2013

as Janaína (voice)

Bendito Fruto
Bendito Fruto

2004

as Choquita

Barravento Novo
Scars of Beauty Special
Super Colosso
Show 60 Anos
Show 60 Anos

2025

as Bebel

The Price of Peace
The Price of Peace

2003

as Anésia

Sal de Prata
Sal de Prata

2005

as Cassandra

Juntos a Magia Acontece
Tributo: Tony Tornado
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Clara

as Clara Nunes

Malês
Malês

2025

as Sabina

Tributo: Dennis Carvalho
Tributo: Zezé Motta