Who is the only Brazilian to have given the statuette to an Oscar winner?

On March 30, 1987, Hollywood stars gathered at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in Los Angeles for the 59th Academy Awards. The ceremony was hosted by Chevy Chase, Goldie Hawn and Paul Hogan. A woman from Paraná from Maringá stood out.

Then 36 years old, Sonia Braga was invited to present a category together with Michael Douglas. “From Brazil, one of the most glamorous actresses,” Goldie announced.

The Brazilian was on the rise thanks to the international success of the film “Kiss of the Spider Woman”, by director Hector Babenco, in which she played the main role. You took your first career steps in the United States.

With a sequin dress that hugged her body and her long hair down, Sonia looked stunning on stage. She said “I miss you (Brazil)” as she spoke in English while interacting with Douglas. You said that the Oscars were very popular in your country. “We like it”.

The magazine ‘Cosmpolitan’ chose her look as one of the sexiest ever seen in the history of the award ceremony. What few people know is that the outfit created by designer Bob Mackie was rented from a regular store. The actress told the salesperson that she wanted “a tighter dress.”

Sonia and Douglas presented the “Best Short Film” statuette to Chuck Workman, for “Precious Images.” The actress has lived in New York since the late 80s. Her last works in Brazil were the film “Bacurau” and an episode of the now defunct series “Tapas and Beijos”, in 2011.

Source: Terra