Adriana Esteves
Born
December 15, 1969 (55 years old)
Known For
Acting
Place of Birth
Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Adriana Esteves Agostinho Brichta (Rio de Janeiro, 15 de dezembro de 1969) is a renowned Brazilian actress celebrated for her compelling performances in television and film. Born on December 15, 1969, in Rio de Janeiro, Adriana has become one of Brazil's most esteemed and versatile actresses, gaining critical acclaim and a vast fanbase.
Esteves's breakthrough role came in the early 1990s when she starred in the popular telenovela "Renascer" (1993). Her portrayal of Mariana was widely praised and marked the beginning of her rise to fame. Following this, she continued to showcase her talent in a series of successful telenovelas, including "A Indomada" (1997), where she played the unforgettable character Lúcia Helena, and "Torre de Babel" (1998), portraying the determined and complex character Sandrinha.
Adriana's versatility as an actress was further demonstrated with her role in "O Cravo e a Rosa" (2000), where she played the spirited Catarina Batista. This role solidified her status as a household name and showcased her ability to excel in comedic roles.
In 2012, Esteves delivered one of her most iconic performances as Carminha in "Avenida Brasil." Her portrayal of the villainous Carminha earned her numerous awards and is considered one of the most memorable characters in Brazilian television history. This role not only demonstrated her depth and range as an actress but also left an indelible mark on Brazilian pop culture.
In addition to her television success, Adriana Esteves has made significant contributions to Brazilian cinema. She has starred in several films, such as "As Meninas" (1995), "Trair e Coçar é Só Começar" (2006), and "Mundo Cão" (2016). Her performances in these films have further established her as a prominent figure in the Brazilian entertainment industry.
Show 60 Anos
Carminha
2025
Crazy About You
Mércia · (173 episodes)
2024
The Others
Cibele Costa Gonçalves · (24 episodes)
2023
Marighella
Clara · (4 episodes)
2023
Executive Order
Isabel
2022
70 Anos Esta Noite
2021
Marighella
Clara
2021
A Mother's Love
Thelma · (125 episodes)
2019
As Vilãs Que Amamos
(16 episodes)
2019
Harassment
Stela · (10 episodes)
2018
Loveling
Sônia
2018
Second Chance
Laura Bottini Maranhão (Laureta) / Cláudia · (155 episodes)
2018
Canastra Suja
Maria
2016
Above Justice
Fátima · (20 episodes)
2016
In Dog's Words
Dilza
2016
Real Beleza
Anita
2015
Ambitious Women
Inês Ferraz Junqueira · (143 episodes)
2015
Happily Ever After?
Tania Drummond · (10 episodes)
2015
Luz, Câmera, 50 Anos: Dalva e Herivelto, Uma Canção de Amor - O Filme
Dalva de Oliveira
2015
Brazil Avenue
Carmem Lúcia Moreira de Araújo (Carminha) · (179 episodes)
2012
Dinossaurs & Robots
Júlia Freire de Aquino Medeiros · (179 episodes)
2011
As Cariocas
Celi · (10 episodes)
2010
Dalva e Herivelto: Uma Canção de Amor
Dalva de Oliveira · (5 episodes)
2010
Toma Lá, Dá Cá
Célia Regina Rocha Dassoin "Celinha" · (91 episodes)
2007
Cheating in Chains
Olímpia
2006
História de Amor
Rosa
2005
A Lua Me Disse
Heloísa Queiroz · (143 episodes)
2005
Her Own Destiny
Nazaré Tedesco · (7 episodes)
2004
Kubanacan
Lola / Lolta · (227 episodes)
2003
Coração de Estudante
Amelinha (Amélia Mourão) · (185 episodes)
2002
Brava Gente
Marina · (1 episode)
2000
The Thorn and the Rose
Catarina Batista · (221 episodes)
2000
O Trapalhão e a Luz Azul
Juliana / Anajuli
1999
Tiradentes
Bárbara Heliodora
1999
Torre de Babel
Sandra da Silva (Sandrinha) · (203 episodes)
1998
A Indomada
Lúcia Helena de Mendonça e Albuquerque / Eulália de Mendonça e Albuquerque (1ª fase) · (203 episodes)
1997
Razão de Viver
Zilda · (185 episodes)
1996
As Meninas
Lorena
1995
Decadência
Carla Tavares Branco · (12 episodes)
1995
Renascer
Mariana Paiva Ferreira · (216 episodes)
1993
Pedra Sobre Pedra
Marina Batista · (179 episodes)
1992
Inspector Faustão and the Vagabond
Singer
1991
Meu Bem, Meu Mal
Patrícia Mello · (173 episodes)
1990
Delegacia de Mulheres
Malú · (1 episode)
1989
Top Model
Cristina "Tininha" · (197 episodes)
1989
Vale Tudo
Modelo · (1 episode)
1988