Juliana Paes
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Born in Rio Bonito, in the state of Rio de Janeiro, in 1979, Juliana Paes is one of the great leading actresses of contemporary Brazilian television. She built her career at Globo, headlining hit novelas such as the 2012 remake of Gabriela (2012) as the sensual heroine of Jorge Amado s classic, and the acclaimed prime-time drama A Forca do Querer (2017). Her range moves between light romance, weighty melodrama and modern social drama, and she has become synonymous with the leading-woman spot of the network s nine o clock slot. Off screen she is a durable pop-culture icon in Brazil, both admired and dissected in equal measure.
Juliana Paes
11 Movies
11 Series
Born in Rio Bonito, in the state of Rio de Janeiro, in 1979, Juliana Paes is one of the great leading actresses of contemporary Brazilian television. She built her career at Globo, headlining hit novelas such as the 2012 remake of Gabriela (2012) as the sensual heroine of Jorge Amado s classic, and the acclaimed prime-time drama A Forca do Querer (2017). Her range moves between light romance, weighty melodrama and modern social drama, and she has become synonymous with the leading-woman spot of the network s nine o clock slot. Off screen she is a durable pop-culture icon in Brazil, both admired and dissected in equal measure.
Movies
Plays Ivana
Just Short of Perfect
2021
Plays Ana
Bed & Breakfast
2010
Plays Arlete
The Surgeon of the Rusty Knife
2022
Plays Dolores Sol
Golden Oldies
2008
Plays Fatima
Farewell
2014
Plays Dona Flor
Dona Flor e Seus Dois Maridos
2017
Plays Dolores Sol
Golden Oldies 2
2013
Plays Lia
Mais uma Vez Amor
2005
Plays Solange "Tia do Amaral"
Desenrola
2011
TV Shows
Plays Karla Santos
The Clone
2001
Plays Teiniaguá
Seven Women
2003
Plays Janaína
The Brazilians
2012
Plays Liana
Desperate Lies
2024
Plays Zana (2ª Fase)
Dois Irmãos
2017
Plays Carolina Castillo
Totalmente Sem Noção Demais
2016
Plays Leila
Rulers of Fortune
2025
Plays Bruna
Double Crossed: Sooner or Later, You'll Pay the Price
2024
Plays Suellen
Toma Lá, Dá Cá
2007
Plays Rosinha
Brava Gente
2000
Plays Carla
Os Normais
2001
Plays Vera Lúcia
Dicas de um Sedutor
2008
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The Surgeon of the Rusty Knife
Full Filmography
Rulers of Fortune
Leila · 8 episodes
2025
TV
Double Crossed: Sooner or Later, You'll Pay the Price
Bruna · 4 episodes
2024
TV
Desperate Lies
Liana · 17 episodes
2024–
TV
The Surgeon of the Rusty Knife
Arlete
2022
Film
Just Short of Perfect
Ivana
2021
Film
Dois Irmãos
Zana (2ª Fase) · 10 episodes
2017
TV
Oitavo
Curiosa
2017
Film
Dona Flor e Seus Dois Maridos
Dona Flor
2017
Film
Totalmente Sem Noção Demais
Carolina Castillo · 10 episodes
2016
TV
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Juliana Paes and where are they from?
Juliana Paes is 47 years old, born on March 26, 1979 in Rio Bonito, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
What are the most famous roles of Juliana Paes?
Juliana Paes is best known for roles in Just Short of Perfect, Dona Flor e Seus Dois Maridos, Desenrola.
How many movies has Juliana Paes been in?
Over a 21-year career (since 2005), Juliana Paes has appeared in 11 movies and 11 TV shows.
What was Juliana Paes's first movie?
The career of Juliana Paes began with Mais uma Vez Amor (2005).
What is Juliana Paes's most recent movie or series?
Juliana Paes's most recent release is Ser Feliz Por Nenhum Motivo, which premiered on October 30, 2025.
What TV shows has Juliana Paes appeared in?
On television, Juliana Paes has appeared in The Clone, Total Dreamer, India: A Love Story, Pantanal.
Juliana Paes
1979-03-26 · Rio Bonito, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Juliana Couto Paes was born on March 26, 1979, in Rio Bonito, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. She is a renowned Brazilian actress best known for her roles in popular telenovelas such as India: A Love Story (2009), Edge of Desire (2017), and Pé na Jaca (2006). With a career spanning over two decades, she has appeared in more than 40 television and film productions, showcasing her versatility and charisma.
Juliana has also played iconic characters like Gabriela in the 2012 remake of Gabriela, and Maria da Paz in Sweet Diva (2019). Her performances have earned her acclaim both in Brazil and internationally.
She has been married to Carlos Eduardo Baptista since September 9, 2008, and they have two children.